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XXS 287

1948 Morris Eight

Green Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,972 mi
Last recorded75,972 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2007
Typical for 1948 Morris Eight32,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXXS 287
MakeMorris
ModelEight
Year1948
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2007 75,972 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 75,969 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 23 Aug 2006 75,746 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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XXS 287 is a 1948 Morris Eight in Green with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1948 Morris Eight models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 32,642 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 Eight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XXS 287, 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 78 years old, this Morris Eight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XXS 287?

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What year was XXS 287 registered?

XXS 287 is a 1948 Morris Eight, first registered on 11 November 1948.

Is XXS 287 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XXS 287 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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