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B642 VLJ

1984 Morgan Plus 8

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

43,341 mi
Last recorded43,341 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1984 Morgan Plus 841,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB642 VLJ
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 43,341 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 43,043 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 42,516 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 41,571 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 41,057 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 40,698 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2020 40,695 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 40,084 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 39,462 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 38,374 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 37,212 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 36,696 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 36,005 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 35,432 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 33,575 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 33,141 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 32,705 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 32,095 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 30,037 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 28,881 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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B642 VLJ is a 1984 Morgan Plus 8 in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 B642 VLJ, 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 B642 VLJ?

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What year was B642 VLJ registered?

B642 VLJ is a 1984 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is B642 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B642 VLJ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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