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ABW 62X

1982 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

80,628 mi
Last recorded80,628 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1982 Morgan Plus 853,420 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 62X
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 80,628 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 76,345 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 73,024 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 67,872 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 67,411 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 63,826 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 60,081 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 56,073 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 51,207 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 48,017 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 42,907 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 41,457 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 40,109 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 38,173 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 37,053 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 37,053 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 36,046 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 325,463 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 325,463 miles

Front Track rod end deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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ABW 62X is a 1982 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1982 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 53,420 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 ABW 62X, 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 44 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 ABW 62X?

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What year was ABW 62X registered?

ABW 62X is a 1982 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 6 January 1982.

Is ABW 62X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 62X shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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