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LYW 76X

1982 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,271 mi
Last recorded40,271 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Morgan Plus 853,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYW 76X
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 40,271 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 40,158 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 40,060 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 39,809 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 39,802 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 39,157 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 38,768 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 38,767 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2008 38,514 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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LYW 76X is a 1982 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1982 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 53,420 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 LYW 76X, 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 44 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LYW 76X?

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What year was LYW 76X registered?

LYW 76X is a 1982 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is LYW 76X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYW 76X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LYW 76X have outstanding finance?

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