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PMJ 790J

1971 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

25,219 mi
Last recorded25,219 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 1971 Morgan Plus 820,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMJ 790J
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 25,219 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 24,278 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 23,044 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 21,416 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

headlamp aims blurred

Pass 1 Feb 2018 20,108 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 19,172 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 19,172 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 18,258 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 18,126 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 17,616 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 15,173 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 151,743 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 14,066 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 13,541 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 13,541 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 12,835 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 11,971 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 11,237 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 11,106 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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PMJ 790J is a 1971 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 PMJ 790J, 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 PMJ 790J?

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What year was PMJ 790J registered?

PMJ 790J is a 1971 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 21 January 1971.

Is PMJ 790J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMJ 790J shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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