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OTT 608W

1981 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,061 mi
Last recorded96,061 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2006
Typical for 1981 Morgan Plus 843,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTT 608W
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2006 96,061 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 94,996 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 94,991 miles

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

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c) 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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OTT 608W is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OTT 608W, 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 OTT 608W?

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What year was OTT 608W registered?

OTT 608W is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is OTT 608W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTT 608W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OTT 608W have outstanding finance?

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