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G889 VRD

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

5,899 mi
Last recorded5,899 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG889 VRD
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 5,899 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 5,899 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 5,208 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 5,208 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 May 2012 4,454 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 4,412 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 4,345 miles

rear diff leaking oil slightly

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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G889 VRD is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G889 VRD, 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

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What year was G889 VRD registered?

G889 VRD is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 25 August 1989.

Is G889 VRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G889 VRD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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