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G574 TCU

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

34,933 mi
Last recorded34,933 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG574 TCU
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 34,933 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 34,164 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 33,696 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 33,402 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 32,900 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 32,900 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 32,203 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 32,003 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 31,349 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 31,221 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 30,841 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 30,379 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 30,093 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 29,752 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 29,118 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 28,817 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 28,334 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 27,548 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 27,104 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 22,562 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 19,357 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 15,600 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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G574 TCU 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 G574 TCU, 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 G574 TCU?

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What year was G574 TCU registered?

G574 TCU is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G574 TCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G574 TCU 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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