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B812 LAB

1985 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

77,731 mi
Last recorded77,731 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Morgan Plus 849,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB812 LAB
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 77,731 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 77,323 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 74,871 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 71,617 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 67,986 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 64,908 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 64,908 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 62,639 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 61,923 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 61,420 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 61,420 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 59,481 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 59,481 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 57,717 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 55,371 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 53,673 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 53,008 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 51,099 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 49,926 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 48,481 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 46,352 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 45,288 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 44,284 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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B812 LAB is a 1985 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 B812 LAB, 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

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What year was B812 LAB registered?

B812 LAB is a 1985 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 July 1985.

Is B812 LAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B812 LAB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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