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CBM 590L

1973 Morgan Plus 8

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,924 mi
Last recorded66,924 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 Morgan Plus 866,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBM 590L
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 66,924 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 66,650 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 66,364 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 65,706 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 64,832 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 64,307 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 63,325 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 62,026 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 62,026 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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CBM 590L is a 1973 Morgan Plus 8 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CBM 590L, 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 CBM 590L?

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What year was CBM 590L registered?

CBM 590L is a 1973 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 25 July 1973.

Is CBM 590L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBM 590L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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