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FBC 953L

1972 Morris Marina

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,740 mi
Last recorded56,740 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1972 Morris Marina50,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBC 953L
MakeMorris
ModelMarina
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 May 2015 56,740 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 56,640 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 56,433 miles

n/s sill part corroded

o/s sill part corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2011 56,242 miles

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

o/s/f wing part corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2010 55,820 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 54,472 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 51,433 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

steering rack slight play n/s

How Reliable is the Morris Marina?

Based on 885 MOT tests across 188 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
449
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 35
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 24
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
Steering rack gaiter split 22
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FBC 953L is a 1972 Morris Marina in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Morris Marina models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 50,971 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Marina fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FBC 953L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Marina typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Morris Marina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FBC 953L?

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What year was FBC 953L registered?

FBC 953L is a 1972 Morris Marina, first registered on 1 November 1972.

Is FBC 953L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBC 953L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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