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OWM 6J

1971 Morgan Plus 8

Maroon Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,524 mi
Last recorded14,524 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2009
Typical for 1971 Morgan Plus 820,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWM 6J
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2009 14,524 miles

car modified for track use

Fail 1 Dec 2009 14,512 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

car modified for track use

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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OWM 6J is a 1971 Morgan Plus 8 in Maroon with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 20,070 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 OWM 6J, 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 55 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 OWM 6J?

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What year was OWM 6J registered?

OWM 6J is a 1971 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is OWM 6J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWM 6J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OWM 6J have outstanding finance?

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