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NUE 493V

1980 Morgan Plus 8

Silver Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,229 mi
Last recorded70,229 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2015
Typical for 1980 Morgan Plus 845,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUE 493V
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2015 70,229 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 69,693 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 68,644 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 68,034 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 67,593 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 67,593 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 67,472 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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NUE 493V is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8 in Silver with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 NUE 493V, 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

How do I check the history of NUE 493V?

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What year was NUE 493V registered?

NUE 493V is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 21 January 1980.

Is NUE 493V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUE 493V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NUE 493V have outstanding finance?

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