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AAZ 7116

1979 Morgan Plus 8

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,646 mi
Last recorded50,646 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Morgan Plus 848,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Morgan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAZ 7116
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 50,646 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 50,151 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 49,839 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 49,493 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 48,983 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 48,006 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 46,877 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 May 2013 46,877 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2011 46,852 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2007 46,851 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 46,851 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

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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AAZ 7116 is a 1979 Morgan Plus 8 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1979 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 48,348 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 AAZ 7116, 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 47 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 AAZ 7116?

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What year was AAZ 7116 registered?

AAZ 7116 is a 1979 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is AAZ 7116 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAZ 7116 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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