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F850 ABD

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

21,336 mi
Last recorded21,336 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Morgan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF850 ABD
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 21,336 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 20,676 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 19,569 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 18,227 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 17,304 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 16,404 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 16,404 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 May 2020 15,330 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 15,188 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 14,876 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 14,580 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 14,265 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 14,047 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 13,759 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 13,578 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 13,337 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 13,014 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 12,455 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 11,950 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 11,471 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 11,200 miles

Stored car.

Pass 17 Mar 2006 11,094 miles

Stored car.

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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F850 ABD is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 F850 ABD, 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

How do I check the history of F850 ABD?

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What year was F850 ABD registered?

F850 ABD is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 18 May 1989.

Is F850 ABD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F850 ABD shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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