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D982 TFJ

1987 Morgan Plus 8

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Morgan Plus 843,260 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD982 TFJ
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1987
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 5 Mar 2025

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2021
Pass 31 Jul 2019
Pass 31 Jul 2017
Fail 24 Jul 2017

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Jun 2016
Pass 16 May 2014 93,358 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 92,536 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 92,441 miles

play in front lower suspension joints

Pass 14 Mar 2011 92,281 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 91,448 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 90,122 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 10 Mar 2009 90,122 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 88,587 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 87,513 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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D982 TFJ is a 1987 Morgan Plus 8 in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1987 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 43,260 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 D982 TFJ, 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 39 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D982 TFJ registered?

D982 TFJ is a 1987 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 22 May 1987.

Is D982 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D982 TFJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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