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XBU 46X

1982 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

38,484 mi
Last recorded38,484 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2009
Typical for 1982 Morgan Plus 853,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBU 46X
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1982
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2009 38,484 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

clutch master cylinder slight leak

Fail 6 Oct 2009 38,484 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

clutch master cylinder slight leak

Pass 14 Oct 2008 36,735 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 36,735 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 35,809 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 35,809 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 33,538 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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XBU 46X is a 1982 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1982 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 53,420 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 XBU 46X, 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 44 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 XBU 46X?

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What year was XBU 46X registered?

XBU 46X is a 1982 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 18 June 1982.

Is XBU 46X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBU 46X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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