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PMY 520W

1981 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,471 mi
Last recorded52,471 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 Morgan Plus 843,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 520W
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 52,471 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 52,471 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 52,396 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 51,299 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 49,739 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 48,608 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 45,944 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 43,990 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 42,595 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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PMY 520W is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 PMY 520W, 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 PMY 520W?

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What year was PMY 520W registered?

PMY 520W is a 1981 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 21 January 1981.

Is PMY 520W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 520W shows 9 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.

Does PMY 520W have outstanding finance?

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