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J296 CUY

1991 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

76,954 mi
Last recorded76,954 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 1991 Morgan Plus 832,623 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ296 CUY
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1991
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 76,954 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 75,438 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 73,388 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 71,077 miles

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 26 Jan 2015 67,590 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 67,590 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 63,897 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 63,897 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 59,693 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 53,761 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 53,761 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 44,364 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 44,364 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 43,079 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 43,079 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 43,001 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 42,725 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 41,464 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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J296 CUY is a 1991 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1991 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 32,623 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 J296 CUY, 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 35 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 J296 CUY registered?

J296 CUY is a 1991 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J296 CUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J296 CUY shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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