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HY 8556

1984 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,726 mi
Last recorded81,726 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1984 Morgan Plus 841,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY 8556
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 81,726 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 80,998 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 79,032 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 78,817 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 77,913 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 75,776 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 70,476 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 68,431 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 60,090 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 May 2014 52,341 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 May 2013 45,878 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 May 2013 45,878 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 May 2012 42,495 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 31,652 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 23,880 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 15,490 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2008 8,633 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 2,460 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 2,460 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 90,641 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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HY 8556 is a 1984 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1984 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 41,211 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 HY 8556, 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 42 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY 8556 registered?

HY 8556 is a 1984 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is HY 8556 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY 8556 shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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