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PHJ 399K

1972 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,929 mi
Last recorded95,929 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 Morgan Plus 855,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 399K
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2018 95,929 miles

slight oil leak around nearside rear half shaft seal

Pass 14 Aug 2017 95,713 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Aug 2016 93,593 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 91,134 miles

oil leaks

rear tyres on 3mm

Pass 6 Aug 2014 89,731 miles

Oil leak

n/s/f wiper blade rubber worn.

Pass 19 Aug 2013 87,348 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Windscreen washers are weak in operation

Pass 28 Aug 2012 85,643 miles

hand brake slightly low reading.

oil leaks around engine area.

Pass 21 Sep 2011 83,762 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

play in diff front bearing

Pass 12 Oct 2010 81,196 miles

n/s & o/s/f headlamp aims slightly high.

rear number plate light dim.

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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PHJ 399K is a 1972 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 PHJ 399K, 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

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What year was PHJ 399K registered?

PHJ 399K is a 1972 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 6 June 1972.

Is PHJ 399K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHJ 399K shows 9 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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