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KYU 318X

1981 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,038 mi
Last recorded46,038 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1981 Morgan Plus 843,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYU 318X
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1981
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 46,038 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 45,879 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 45,585 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 45,435 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 45,145 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 44,971 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 44,967 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 44,689 miles

Rear hand brake and service brake out of balance and only just meet requirements

Pass 17 Jul 2018 44,385 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 43,905 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

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

Pass 23 May 2016 43,549 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2015 43,405 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 43,405 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 43,008 miles

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 30 May 2014 43,005 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 42,746 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 42,509 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 42,034 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 41,762 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 41,223 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 41,223 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 40,826 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 40,340 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 39,289 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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KYU 318X is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KYU 318X, 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 KYU 318X?

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What year was KYU 318X registered?

KYU 318X is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is KYU 318X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYU 318X shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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