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B3 MOG

1985 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

59,292 mi
Last recorded59,292 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Morgan Plus 849,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 59,292 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 57,938 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 57,509 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 57,163 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 56,335 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 55,130 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 54,508 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 51,279 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 50,198 miles

handbrake slightly low on effort

Pass 13 Jun 2016 48,948 miles

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 12 Jun 2015 48,275 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 48,163 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 45,769 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 May 2012 45,027 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 May 2011 44,610 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 44,133 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 43,368 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 42,500 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 39,443 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 38,711 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 38,711 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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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B3 MOG is a 1985 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 B3 MOG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B3 MOG?

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What year was B3 MOG registered?

B3 MOG is a 1985 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 7 February 1985.

Is B3 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 MOG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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