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ESK 605

1973 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

10,546 mi
Last recorded10,546 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 1973 Morgan Plus 866,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESK 605
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 10,546 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 10,226 miles

Engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2016 9,522 miles

ENGINE COVERS FITTED

Fail 24 Aug 2016 9,521 miles

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

ENGINE COVERS FITTED

Pass 29 Apr 2015 9,332 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 9,157 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 9,157 miles

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

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 9,076 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2006 9,068 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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ESK 605 is a 1973 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 ESK 605, 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

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What year was ESK 605 registered?

ESK 605 is a 1973 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 20 December 1973.

Is ESK 605 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESK 605 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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