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B342 YNM

1985 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2024
Typical for 1985 Morgan Plus 849,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB342 YNM
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2024 2 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2024 2 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working jamming on roof (3.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working jamming on roof (3.4 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019
Pass 4 Feb 2010
Pass 19 Feb 2009
Pass 12 Mar 2008

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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B342 YNM is a 1985 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 B342 YNM, 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.

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What year was B342 YNM registered?

B342 YNM is a 1985 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is B342 YNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B342 YNM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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