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F869 RWP

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

33,653 mi
Last recorded33,653 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF869 RWP
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 33,653 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 32,886 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 31,617 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 29,552 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn pin worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn pin worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 28,313 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 26,028 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 23,217 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 20,193 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight cracking to fuel filler hoses

Pass 8 Jun 2016 20,067 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 19,668 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 19,613 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 6 Jan 2015 19,613 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 19,341 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 19,341 miles

Offside Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 18,912 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 18,912 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

radiator leaking from offside lower hose solderd joint.

Pass 2 Nov 2011 18,404 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 17,994 miles

slight play in o/s/f king-pin assembly

Pass 2 Jun 2009 16,888 miles

reverse lights inoperative

nail in o/s/f tyre

Pass 5 Feb 2008 16,263 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 15,744 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 15,216 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 15,216 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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F869 RWP is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 F869 RWP, 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 F869 RWP?

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What year was F869 RWP registered?

F869 RWP is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 July 1989.

Is F869 RWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F869 RWP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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