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A219 MMJ

1984 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

42,303 mi
Last recorded42,303 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1984 Morgan Plus 841,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA219 MMJ
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 42,303 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 37,050 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 33,823 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 27,150 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 26,818 miles

Nearside Rear brake back plate damp indicating potential leak

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

front brakes pull slightly to left under braking- suggest brakes inspected

wiper blades smearing windscreen slightly

Fail 8 Apr 2020 26,818 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake back plate damp indicating potential leak

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

front brakes pull slightly to left under braking- suggest brakes inspected

wiper blades smearing windscreen slightly

Pass 10 Jul 2018 26,323 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 25,870 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

offside front inner sidelight not working.

Fail 10 Jul 2017 25,868 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

offside front inner sidelight not working.

Pass 4 Jul 2016 24,725 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

offside front inner sidelight not working.

Fail 1 Jul 2016 24,724 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

offside front inner sidelight not working.

Pass 25 Jun 2015 23,731 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 22,785 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Opening windscreen - wiper arms not fitted at time of test, plus washers not working

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

near side front headlamp aim on limit of acceptance of upper limit

Fail 7 May 2014 22,785 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Opening windscreen - wiper arms not fitted at time of test, plus washers not working

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

near side front headlamp aim on limit of acceptance of upper limit

Pass 11 Sep 2012 21,846 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 20,552 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 19,094 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake pedal anti-slip rubber wearing.

nearside front outer sidelight not working.

Fail 24 May 2010 19,092 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake pedal anti-slip rubber wearing.

nearside front outer sidelight not working.

Pass 9 Oct 2008 8,210 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 98,240 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 98,200 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 89,136 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 89,136 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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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A219 MMJ is a 1984 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 8 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A219 MMJ, 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 A219 MMJ registered?

A219 MMJ is a 1984 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 8 February 1984.

Is A219 MMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A219 MMJ shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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