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BWP 848M

1974 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

44,525 mi
Last recorded44,525 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2008
Typical for 1974 Morgan Plus 846,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Morgan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWP 848M
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2008 44,525 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 21 Jul 2008 44,525 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 44,518 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 44,515 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2006 44,505 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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BWP 848M is a 1974 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1974 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 46,820 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 BWP 848M, 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 52 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 BWP 848M?

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What year was BWP 848M registered?

BWP 848M is a 1974 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 21 May 1974.

Is BWP 848M safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWP 848M shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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