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LJN 85R

1976 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,539 mi
Last recorded39,539 miles
Recorded on9 May 2008
Typical for 1976 Morgan Plus 841,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJN 85R
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 May 2008 39,539 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 39,419 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 39,181 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s & n/s rear diff seal leaking

oil leak

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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LJN 85R is a 1976 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 41,800 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 LJN 85R, 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 50 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJN 85R?

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What year was LJN 85R registered?

LJN 85R is a 1976 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 18 August 1976.

Is LJN 85R safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJN 85R shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJN 85R have outstanding finance?

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