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FCG 947W

1980 Morgan Plus 8

Silver Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

8,296 mi
Last recorded8,296 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Morgan Plus 845,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCG 947W
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 8,296 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 7,982 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 7,505 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 6,506 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 5,294 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 3,588 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 2,551 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 2,312 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 1,409 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Feb 2009 671 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

rear number plate slightly obscured by bumper

Pass 2 Jan 2008 5 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 2 Jan 2008 5 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 98,997 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2005 98,116 miles

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

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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FCG 947W is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8 in Silver with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FCG 947W, 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

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What year was FCG 947W registered?

FCG 947W is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 11 September 1980.

Is FCG 947W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCG 947W shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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