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MOG 5P

1980 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,616 mi
Last recorded22,616 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 1980 Morgan Plus 845,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOG 5P
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 22,616 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 22,604 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 22,524 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 22,472 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 22,456 miles

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

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Coolant leak

oil leak from engine

oil leak from gearbox

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 5 Jul 2007 22,448 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 22,448 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 22,422 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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MOG 5P is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 45,711 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 MOG 5P, 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 46 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MOG 5P registered?

MOG 5P is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is MOG 5P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOG 5P shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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