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KAF 137

1947 Morris 8

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,129 mi
Last recorded80,129 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAF 137
MakeMorris
Model8
Year1947
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2009 80,129 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2008 79,269 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 1 May 2007 78,578 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 2 May 2006 78,407 miles

small play in stearing box

small play o/s and n/s king pins

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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KAF 137 is a 1947 Morris 8 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KAF 137, 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

How do I check the history of KAF 137?

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What year was KAF 137 registered?

KAF 137 is a 1947 Morris 8, first registered on 15 September 1947.

Is KAF 137 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAF 137 shows 4 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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