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FHC 985W

1981 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,592 mi
Last recorded24,592 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2006
Typical for 1981 Morgan Plus 843,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHC 985W
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2006 24,592 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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FHC 985W is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 43,549 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 FHC 985W, 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 45 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 FHC 985W?

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What year was FHC 985W registered?

FHC 985W is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is FHC 985W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHC 985W shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FHC 985W have outstanding finance?

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