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TTT 685H

1970 Morgan Plus 8

Yellow Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,813 mi
Last recorded73,813 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1970 Morgan Plus 862,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTT 685H
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 73,813 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 69,284 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

front wiper blades slightly smeary

Pass 14 Mar 2017 68,811 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 68,044 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 67,882 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 67,103 miles

diff leaks

gearbox damp

Pass 21 Mar 2013 66,864 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2013 66,864 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 66,781 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2012 66,781 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 66,344 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 66,377 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 64,560 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 64,551 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 64,352 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 64,010 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 63,886 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 63,538 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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TTT 685H is a 1970 Morgan Plus 8 in Yellow with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1970 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 62,495 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 TTT 685H, 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 56 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TTT 685H?

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What year was TTT 685H registered?

TTT 685H is a 1970 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is TTT 685H safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTT 685H shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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