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G862 LAB

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

54,421 mi
Last recorded54,421 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG862 LAB
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 54,421 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 5 May 2025 54,127 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 53,697 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 53,230 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2023 53,216 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 52,659 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 52,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Upper Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear brakes noisey in operation

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 52,005 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 51,595 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 50,944 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 50,306 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 48,026 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 47,933 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 47,732 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 47,638 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 47,394 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 47,252 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 47,252 miles

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

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 46,951 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 46,883 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 46,883 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 46,357 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 45,797 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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G862 LAB is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue 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 G862 LAB, 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 G862 LAB registered?

G862 LAB is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 8 August 1989.

Is G862 LAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G862 LAB 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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