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OFJ 313W

1981 Morgan Plus 8

Gold Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

23,393 mi
Last recorded23,393 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 Morgan Plus 843,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFJ 313W
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 23,393 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 21,435 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 20,975 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 19,978 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 19,257 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 18,781 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 18,760 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Oil leak

nearside front brake binding

offside front brake binding

pulls to left under braking

Pass 21 Jun 2011 18,539 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 18,393 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 18,192 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 18,190 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 17,240 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 17,164 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 17,156 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 17,156 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 12 May 2005 17,023 miles

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

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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OFJ 313W is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8 in Gold with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 OFJ 313W, 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

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What year was OFJ 313W registered?

OFJ 313W is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OFJ 313W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFJ 313W shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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