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86 MOG

1985 Morgan Plus 8

Grey Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

5,989 mi
Last recorded5,989 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1985 Morgan Plus 849,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration86 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 5,989 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 5,980 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 5,966 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 5,732 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 4,660 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 2,865 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 1,283 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 1,283 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 May 2007 387 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 39,453 miles

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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86 MOG is a 1985 Morgan Plus 8 in Grey with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1985 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 49,343 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 86 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 41 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 86 MOG?

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What year was 86 MOG registered?

86 MOG is a 1985 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 8 October 1985.

Is 86 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 86 MOG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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