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MLR 477P

1976 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,945 mi
Last recorded73,945 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1976 Morgan Plus 841,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLR 477P
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2026 73,945 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 73,189 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 71,933 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 69,349 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 67,718 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 65,444 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 62,856 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 60,772 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 57,595 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage lever type shock absorber (2.7.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake application uneven

slight end float in rear brake drums/ bearings

Pass 21 Mar 2017 55,560 miles

Nearside Front brake hose slightly damaged

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

parking brake low efficiency - 19%

slight end float in rear brake drums

Pass 23 Mar 2016 52,971 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 50,858 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 47,895 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 45,516 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 43,318 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 41,199 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 38,416 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 35,848 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 33,285 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 30,368 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 27,591 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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MLR 477P is a 1976 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 MLR 477P, 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

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What year was MLR 477P registered?

MLR 477P is a 1976 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 27 April 1976.

Is MLR 477P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLR 477P shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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