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C71 TAB

1986 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,329 mi
Last recorded49,329 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 1986 Morgan Plus 847,804 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC71 TAB
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1986
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2015 49,329 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 48,952 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 48,792 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 48,713 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 48,709 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 48,154 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 47,837 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 47,837 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 47,014 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 46,077 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 44,594 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 42,854 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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C71 TAB is a 1986 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 47,804 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 C71 TAB, 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 40 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 C71 TAB?

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What year was C71 TAB registered?

C71 TAB is a 1986 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 14 April 1986.

Is C71 TAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C71 TAB shows 12 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.

Does C71 TAB have outstanding finance?

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