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B205 WYB

1984 Morgan Plus 8

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

61,194 mi
Last recorded61,194 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 1984 Morgan Plus 841,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB205 WYB
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 61,194 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 59,941 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 58,745 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 57,392 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 56,434 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 55,803 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective all three (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2020 55,772 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective all three (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 55,212 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 54,465 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 53,899 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 53,120 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 52,779 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 52,767 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2014 52,483 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 51,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 51,604 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 50,857 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 50,857 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 May 2011 50,133 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 50,130 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 48,812 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 47,981 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 47,981 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 46,370 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 44,017 miles

Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 44,017 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 41,555 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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B205 WYB is a 1984 Morgan Plus 8 in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 B205 WYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B205 WYB?

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What year was B205 WYB registered?

B205 WYB is a 1984 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B205 WYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B205 WYB shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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