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MW 4517

1929 Morris Cowley

Red Petrol 1802cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

806 mi
Last recorded806 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
Typical for 1929 Morris Cowley5,552 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW 4517
MakeMorris
ModelCowley
Year1929
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,802cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2012 806 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 737 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 599 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 547 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 537 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 516 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Cowley?

Based on 2,690 MOT tests across 515 vehicles.

93.0%
Pass Rate
187
Miles/Year
103
Year Lifespan
515
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 18
brake recording little or no effort 15
Stop lamp not working 13
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MW 4517 is a 1929 Morris Cowley in Red with a 1,802cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1929 Morris Cowley models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 5,552 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Cowley fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MW 4517, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Cowley typically stays on UK roads for around 103 years. At 97 years old, this Morris Cowley is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MW 4517?

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What year was MW 4517 registered?

MW 4517 is a 1929 Morris Cowley, first registered on 30 April 1929.

Is MW 4517 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW 4517 shows 6 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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