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MGT 834V

1979 Morini 3.5

Yellow Petrol 344cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,377 mi
Last recorded35,377 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Morini 3.527,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGT 834V
MakeMorini
Model3.5
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine344cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 35,377 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 34,616 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 34,014 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Jun 2017 34,000 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 May 2016 32,704 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 32,704 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 31,367 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 30,465 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 29,578 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 28,161 miles

steering damper leaking

Fail 2 Apr 2012 28,149 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

Steering damper insecure (2.1.2d) DANGEROUS

steering damper leaking

Pass 5 Mar 2011 26,986 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 25,498 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 25,498 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 24,129 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 23,547 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Morini 3.5?

Based on 1,629 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 7
Direction indicator not working 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 6
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MGT 834V is a 1979 Morini 3.5 in Yellow with a 344cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Morini 3.5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 27,891 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 Morini 3.5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGT 834V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morini 3.5 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this Morini 3.5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MGT 834V registered?

MGT 834V is a 1979 Morini 3.5, first registered on 31 October 1979.

Is MGT 834V safe to buy?

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