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Central Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective x3 (6.1.2 (a))
slight oil leak at gearbox
Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
small leak form steering rack
How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 8?
Based on 22,733 MOT tests across 1,592 vehicles.
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R1 BGC is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1997 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 19,760 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 R1 BGC, 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 29 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 R1 BGC?
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What year was R1 BGC registered?
R1 BGC is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R1 BGC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R1 BGC shows 21 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 R1 BGC have outstanding finance?
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