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BWY 571S

1978 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,464 mi
Last recorded63,464 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Morgan Plus 829,691 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWY 571S
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2018 63,464 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 63,108 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 63,096 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 62,794 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 62,187 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 61,760 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 61,516 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 61,336 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 61,006 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 60,688 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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BWY 571S is a 1978 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 29,691 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 BWY 571S, 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 48 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 BWY 571S?

You can check the full history of BWY 571S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BWY 571S registered?

BWY 571S is a 1978 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is BWY 571S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWY 571S shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BWY 571S have outstanding finance?

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