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YEU 889V

1980 Morini 3.5

Bronze Petrol 344cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

461 mi
Last recorded461 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 1980 Morini 3.526,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEU 889V
MakeMorini
Model3.5
Year1980
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine344cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 461 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 426 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 322 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 182 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 182 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 85 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 164 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 261 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015
Fail 8 Jun 2015

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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YEU 889V is a 1980 Morini 3.5 in Bronze with a 344cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Morini 3.5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 26,146 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 YEU 889V, 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 46 years old, this Morini 3.5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YEU 889V?

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What year was YEU 889V registered?

YEU 889V is a 1980 Morini 3.5, first registered on 17 March 1980.

Is YEU 889V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEU 889V shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YEU 889V have outstanding finance?

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