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MGR 975P

1975 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,008 mi
Last recorded71,008 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1975 Morgan Plus 846,861 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGR 975P
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 71,008 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 70,807 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 70,022 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 68,715 miles

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

Oil leak

brake foot pedal anti slip worn

Pass 1 Aug 2012 67,077 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 66,341 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 65,966 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 64,690 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 64,368 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 64,367 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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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MGR 975P is a 1975 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1975 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 46,861 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 MGR 975P, 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 51 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MGR 975P?

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What year was MGR 975P registered?

MGR 975P is a 1975 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 23 September 1975.

Is MGR 975P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGR 975P shows 10 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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