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A208 BKU

1984 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

10,343 mi
Last recorded10,343 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1984 Morgan Plus 841,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA208 BKU
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1984
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 10,343 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 10,262 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 10,043 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 10,043 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 10,011 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 9,224 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 9,140 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 8,478 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 8,284 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 8,254 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2012 8,110 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 7,795 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 7,569 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 7,267 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 7,265 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

N/S & O/S Exhaust mounts deteriorated N/S/F & O/S/F Tyres show signs of age deterioration N/S/R & O/S/R Hub seals leaking

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 26 May 2007 7,008 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 6,821 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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A208 BKU is a 1984 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1984 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 41,211 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 A208 BKU, 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 42 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A208 BKU registered?

A208 BKU is a 1984 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A208 BKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A208 BKU 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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