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PUB 522P

1976 Morris Marina

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,008 mi
Last recorded72,008 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 1976 Morris Marina68,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUB 522P
MakeMorris
ModelMarina
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 72,008 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 72,007 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 20 May 2019 71,887 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 71,880 miles

Nearside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission axle seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 71,718 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 71,635 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 71,507 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 70,821 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 69,574 miles

corrosion, welding and rustproofing to most areas of vehicle underside

Fail 12 May 2014 69,566 miles

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

corrosion, welding and rustproofing to most areas of vehicle underside

Pass 7 May 2013 69,558 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

corrosion, welding and rustproofing to most areas of vehicle underside

Pass 8 May 2012 69,381 miles

nearside steering rack boot starting to split

several areas of incomplete welding on vehicle underside out of prescribed areas

Pass 17 May 2011 68,795 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 68,795 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 May 2010 68,458 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 68,458 miles

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 May 2009 67,821 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 67,169 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 May 2008 67,169 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 May 2007 66,336 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 May 2006 65,378 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Marina?

Based on 885 MOT tests across 188 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
449
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 35
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 24
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
Steering rack gaiter split 22
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PUB 522P is a 1976 Morris Marina in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1976 Morris Marina models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 68,795 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 Marina fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PUB 522P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Marina typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 50 years old, this Morris Marina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PUB 522P registered?

PUB 522P is a 1976 Morris Marina, first registered on 1 July 1976.

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