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F872 BNX

1988 Morgan Plus 4

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,568 mi
Last recorded26,568 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 1988 Morgan Plus 426,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF872 BNX
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 26,568 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 26,552 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play bolt loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake insecure brake pipe (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play lock nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake insecure brake pipe (1.1.21 (c))

Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment lock nuts loose both ends (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2013 26,004 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 25,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 25,661 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 9 Jun 2012 25,640 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 25,598 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 25,256 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 25,079 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 24,930 miles

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 4?

Based on 23,769 MOT tests across 1,962 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 137
Stop lamp not working 124
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
fog lamp not working 100
Headlamp aim too high 80
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F872 BNX is a 1988 Morgan Plus 4 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1988 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 26,004 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 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F872 BNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 38 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F872 BNX?

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What year was F872 BNX registered?

F872 BNX is a 1988 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 23 September 1988.

Is F872 BNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F872 BNX shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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