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MLG 698L

1972 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,088 mi
Last recorded32,088 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Morgan Plus 855,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLG 698L
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 32,088 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 31,946 miles
Pass 4 May 2015 31,365 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 30,763 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 30,747 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 30,747 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 30,729 miles

Offside Rear 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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MLG 698L is a 1972 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 55,264 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 MLG 698L, 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 54 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 MLG 698L?

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What year was MLG 698L registered?

MLG 698L is a 1972 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 16 November 1972.

Is MLG 698L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLG 698L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MLG 698L have outstanding finance?

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