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GDF 423T

1979 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,220 mi
Last recorded71,220 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Morgan Plus 848,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDF 423T
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 71,220 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 70,075 miles

Nearside Front slight play in king pin

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

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 26 Apr 2017 68,378 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 67,163 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 65,432 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 64,268 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 61,915 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 61,764 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 61,410 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 60,318 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 58,265 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 58,265 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 Dec 2007 57,308 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2007 57,308 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 53,922 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 52,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GDF 423T is a 1979 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 48,348 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 GDF 423T, 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 47 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GDF 423T registered?

GDF 423T is a 1979 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is GDF 423T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDF 423T shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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