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GME 984

1981 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

50,408 mi
Last recorded50,408 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 1981 Morgan Plus 843,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGME 984
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 50,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 49,940 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 49,728 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 49,207 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 48,639 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 48,256 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 47,705 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 47,705 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 47,236 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 46,501 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 45,902 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 45,570 miles

front brake pads getting low

left side centre exhaust support bracket lose

Pass 5 Jul 2011 45,172 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 44,952 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 May 2009 44,756 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s rear tyre cut in side wall not to cords.

Pass 19 May 2008 44,608 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2007 44,558 miles

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

headlamp beam image poor

Pass 25 May 2006 44,481 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 44,481 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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GME 984 is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 GME 984, 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 GME 984?

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What year was GME 984 registered?

GME 984 is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 21 January 1981.

Is GME 984 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GME 984 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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