MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
1,252 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Coolant leak
Oil leak
Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Offside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Coolant leak
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak
How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 8?
Based on 22,733 MOT tests across 1,592 vehicles.
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R170 GCL is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1998 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 18,408 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 R170 GCL, 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 28 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R170 GCL?
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What year was R170 GCL registered?
R170 GCL is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 27 March 1998.
Is R170 GCL safe to buy?
The MOT history for R170 GCL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R170 GCL have outstanding finance?
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