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Q839GFR

1985 Morris Eight

Yellow Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,770 mi
Last recorded3,770 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ839GFR
MakeMorris
ModelEight
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2025 3,770 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 3,750 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 3,730 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 3,693 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 3,691 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 2,563 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 1,502 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 5 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 1,090 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 1,010 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 495 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 1 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Eight?

Based on 915 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
91
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 25
Headlamp not working on main beam 19
brake recording little or no effort 17
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 17
brake binding 14
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Q839GFR is a 1985 Morris Eight in Yellow with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Morris Eight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q839GFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Eight typically stays on UK roads for around 91 years. At 41 years old, this Morris Eight is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Q839GFR?

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What year was Q839GFR registered?

Q839GFR is a 1985 Morris Eight, first registered on 2 September 1985.

Is Q839GFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q839GFR shows 12 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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