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PLA 930W

1980 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,310 mi
Last recorded91,310 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 1980 Morgan Plus 845,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLA 930W
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1980
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 91,310 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 87,922 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 85,377 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 83,431 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 81,758 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 79,870 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 79,837 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 78,715 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 77,309 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 76,474 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Sep 2012 76,470 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2011 74,433 miles

front to rear metal brake pipe coverd in under seal...

oil leaks...rear diff leaking oil...gearbox leaking oil...

slight tear on os wiper blade...but does clear windscreen...

Pass 29 Jul 2010 72,843 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 71,185 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2009 71,183 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 69,308 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 68,111 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 66,100 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

play in nearside front trunion

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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PLA 930W is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PLA 930W, 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 PLA 930W registered?

PLA 930W is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 18 August 1980.

Is PLA 930W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLA 930W shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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