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SMR 3N

1974 Morris 1800

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,688 mi
Last recorded33,688 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2024
Typical for 1974 Morris 180049,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMR 3N
MakeMorris
Model1800
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2024 33,688 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2024 33,269 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (2.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Morris 1800?

Based on 871 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
465
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 17
brake recording little or no effort 17
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 15
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SMR 3N is a 1974 Morris 1800 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Morris 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 49,191 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 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SMR 3N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris 1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 52 years old, this Morris 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SMR 3N registered?

SMR 3N is a 1974 Morris 1800, first registered on 11 September 1974.

Is SMR 3N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMR 3N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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