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CUP 857W

1980 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,378 mi
Last recorded54,378 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Morgan Plus 845,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUP 857W
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2019 54,378 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 54,237 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 54,075 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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CUP 857W is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 45,711 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 CUP 857W, 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 46 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CUP 857W?

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What year was CUP 857W registered?

CUP 857W is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 14 November 1980.

Is CUP 857W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUP 857W shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CUP 857W have outstanding finance?

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