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HXV 88

1947 Morris 8

Red Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,274 mi
Last recorded82,274 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHXV 88
MakeMorris
Model8
Year1947
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 82,274 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 82,140 miles

Front brake application close to limit.

Slight play in the rear axle to U bolts.

Slight play in the steering box housing.

Pass 12 Apr 2012 81,399 miles

all tyres are of unknown age and show signs of surface cracking/perishing

Fail 26 Mar 2012 81,398 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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HXV 88 is a 1947 Morris 8 in Red with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HXV 88, 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 79 years old, this Morris 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HXV 88 registered?

HXV 88 is a 1947 Morris 8, first registered on 21 January 1947.

Is HXV 88 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HXV 88 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.

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