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G488 CUY

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

24,720 mi
Last recorded24,720 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG488 CUY
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 24,720 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 24,695 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 24,430 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 23,909 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

play in both front kingpins

Pass 22 May 2017 23,700 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 23,448 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 23,015 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 22,818 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 22,396 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 22,005 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 21,115 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 20,591 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 19,320 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 19,320 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 17,561 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 17,561 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 14,865 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 14,578 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 13,162 miles

vehicle is cutting out. †water leak from area of radiator.

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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G488 CUY is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 G488 CUY, 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 G488 CUY?

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What year was G488 CUY registered?

G488 CUY is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G488 CUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G488 CUY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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