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XPL 839T

1978 Morini 3.5

Red Petrol 344cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

25,271 mi
Last recorded25,271 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 Morini 3.526,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPL 839T
MakeMorini
Model3.5
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine344cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 25,271 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 24,692 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 23,837 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 22,446 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 21,225 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 20,014 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 18,348 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2011 16,573 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 27 Aug 2010 14,922 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 13,480 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 13,480 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 11,955 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 11,821 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 11,792 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 11,569 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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XPL 839T is a 1978 Morini 3.5 in Red with a 344cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1978 Morini 3.5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 26,336 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 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 XPL 839T, 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 48 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 XPL 839T registered?

XPL 839T is a 1978 Morini 3.5, first registered on 18 September 1978.

Is XPL 839T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPL 839T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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