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DDZ 8800

1987 Morgan Plus 8

Silver Petrol 3523cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,801 mi
Last recorded53,801 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1987 Morgan Plus 843,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDZ 8800
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,523cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 53,801 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 53,322 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 52,898 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 52,576 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 51,933 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules n/s + o/s (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 7 Aug 2017 51,928 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules n/s + o/s (3.6.B.4e)

n/s + o/s exhaust rubber mounts perishing (strong advise)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 51,578 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 49,823 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

O/S/R wheel slightly binding.

Pass 20 Jun 2014 44,083 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 44,062 miles

slight binding on n/s/f brake

Pass 25 Jun 2011 43,868 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 43,774 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 43,478 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 43,071 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 42,055 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 40,080 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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DDZ 8800 is a 1987 Morgan Plus 8 in Silver with a 3,523cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DDZ 8800, 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

How do I check the history of DDZ 8800?

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What year was DDZ 8800 registered?

DDZ 8800 is a 1987 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is DDZ 8800 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDZ 8800 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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