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F777 NLE

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,384 mi
Last recorded49,384 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF777 NLE
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 49,384 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 49,189 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 49,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 49,061 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 48,866 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 48,748 miles

Nearside Front spot lamp missing

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Feb 2020 48,748 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front spot lamp missing

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 48,458 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 48,164 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 47,732 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 47,546 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 46,854 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 46,189 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 44,470 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 44,347 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 44,143 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 44,143 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 26 Nov 2009 43,809 miles

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 43,809 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 43,788 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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F777 NLE is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 33,003 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 F777 NLE, 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 37 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 F777 NLE registered?

F777 NLE is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 10 March 1989.

Is F777 NLE safe to buy?

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