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XUP 943V

1980 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,608 mi
Last recorded77,608 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2007
Typical for 1980 Morgan Plus 845,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUP 943V
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2007 77,608 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 77,608 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 77,099 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 77,099 miles

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

INTERIOR MIRROR SLIGHTLY LOOSE

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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XUP 943V is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 XUP 943V, 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

How do I check the history of XUP 943V?

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What year was XUP 943V registered?

XUP 943V is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is XUP 943V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUP 943V shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XUP 943V have outstanding finance?

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