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E391 GWP

1988 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,902 mi
Last recorded55,902 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 1988 Morgan Plus 834,804 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE391 GWP
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 55,902 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 55,770 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 55,770 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 54,767 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 53,447 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 51,341 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 51,341 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 49,998 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2009 45,650 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 45,650 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 46,529 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 46,529 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 8 Oct 2007 44,144 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 44,144 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 43,257 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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E391 GWP is a 1988 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 34,804 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 8 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E391 GWP, 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 38 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 E391 GWP registered?

E391 GWP is a 1988 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 14 March 1988.

Is E391 GWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E391 GWP shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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