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FPH 817

1937 Morris 8

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,389 mi
Last recorded70,389 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2011
Typical for 1937 Morris 826,445 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPH 817
MakeMorris
Model8
Year1937
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2011 70,389 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 70,389 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 70,389 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2005 70,389 miles

How Reliable is the Morris 8?

Based on 2,840 MOT tests across 509 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
200
Miles/Year
92
Year Lifespan
509
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 76
Stop lamp not working 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 52
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
brake binding 31
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FPH 817 is a 1937 Morris 8 in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1937 Morris 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 26,445 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morris 8 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FPH 817, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 92 years. At 89 years old, this Morris 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FPH 817?

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What year was FPH 817 registered?

FPH 817 is a 1937 Morris 8, first registered on 30 July 1937.

Is FPH 817 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPH 817 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FPH 817 have outstanding finance?

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