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Q285BAL

1983 Morini 3.5

Red Petrol 344cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,109 mi
Last recorded86,109 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1983 Morini 3.521,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ285BAL
MakeMorini
Model3.5
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine344cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2025 86,109 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 85,760 miles

Under sealed

Pass 24 Apr 2007 23,640 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 22,972 miles

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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Q285BAL is a 1983 Morini 3.5 in Red with a 344cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Morini 3.5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 21,476 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Q285BAL, 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 43 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 Q285BAL registered?

Q285BAL is a 1983 Morini 3.5, first registered on 30 March 1983.

Is Q285BAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q285BAL 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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