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G579 XHY

1990 Morgan Plus 8

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,854 mi
Last recorded38,854 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2015
Typical for 1990 Morgan Plus 833,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG579 XHY
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2015 38,854 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 10 Mar 2015 38,854 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut missing (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 38,795 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 38,795 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 37,544 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 35,697 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 34,038 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 33,590 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 33,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Jun 2010 33,544 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

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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G579 XHY is a 1990 Morgan Plus 8 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 33,337 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 G579 XHY, 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 36 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 G579 XHY?

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What year was G579 XHY registered?

G579 XHY is a 1990 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 June 1990.

Is G579 XHY safe to buy?

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