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FDL 209V

1980 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

11,372 mi
Last recorded11,372 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Morgan Plus 845,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDL 209V
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 11,372 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 5,439 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 98,688 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 98,688 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 92,660 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 84,587 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 82,928 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 80,141 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 80,137 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 77,326 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 71,358 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 70,283 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 68,264 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 65,727 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 62,460 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 62,460 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 60,164 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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FDL 209V is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FDL 209V, 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 FDL 209V registered?

FDL 209V is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 7 March 1980.

Is FDL 209V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDL 209V shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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