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270 MOG

1988 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

5,746 mi
Last recorded5,746 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 1988 Morgan Plus 834,804 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration270 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 5,746 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 5,743 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 5,743 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 5,434 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 4,949 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 2,986 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 2,061 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 2,061 miles

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 98,879 miles

No windscreen fitted at time of test

Slight play in both front lower suspension joints

Pass 20 Jan 2012 94,995 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 93,283 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 89,421 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

No windscreen fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Feb 2009 86,959 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 84,128 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 81,926 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 78,146 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2005 77,875 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fuel pipe from filter showing signs of perishing

Slight play in offside front track rod end

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 8?

Based on 22,733 MOT tests across 1,592 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
618
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
1,592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 184
Stop lamp not working 170
position lamp(s) not working 158
fog lamp not working 144
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 131
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270 MOG is a 1988 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1988 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 34,804 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 8 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 270 MOG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 38 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 270 MOG registered?

270 MOG is a 1988 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 11 June 1988.

Is 270 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 270 MOG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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