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87 HOT

1973 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

4,901 mi
Last recorded4,901 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 1973 Morgan Plus 866,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration87 HOT
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 4,901 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 4,393 miles

Nearside Rear back plate slightly damp

Pass 8 Sep 2016 3,958 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 3,534 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 2,289 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 1,125 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 386 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 99,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 98,332 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 96,907 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 95,609 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 95,609 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 93,840 miles

Play Detected in O/S/R Wheel during Test

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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87 HOT is a 1973 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1973 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 66,726 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 87 HOT, 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 53 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 87 HOT?

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What year was 87 HOT registered?

87 HOT is a 1973 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 13 July 1973.

Is 87 HOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 87 HOT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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