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TLJ 229R

1977 Morris Marina

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2022
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,161 mi
Last recorded80,161 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLJ 229R
MakeMorris
ModelMarina
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2021 80,161 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush offside and nearside (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 78,341 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Underbody corroded but not considered excessive

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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TLJ 229R is a 1977 Morris Marina in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TLJ 229R, 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 49 years old, this Morris Marina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TLJ 229R registered?

TLJ 229R is a 1977 Morris Marina, first registered on 7 January 1977.

Is TLJ 229R safe to buy?

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