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G803 XPG

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,543 mi
Last recorded18,543 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG803 XPG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 18,543 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 17,937 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 16,577 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 16,439 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2012 16,439 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 16,057 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 15,861 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 15,592 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 15,577 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 15,404 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 15,398 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 15,347 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 15,170 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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G803 XPG is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 G803 XPG, 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.

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What year was G803 XPG registered?

G803 XPG is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G803 XPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G803 XPG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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