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RNB 420

1983 Morgan Plus 8

Silver Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,565 mi
Last recorded90,565 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 1983 Morgan Plus 850,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNB 420
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 90,565 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 90,554 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 90,490 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 89,535 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 89,479 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 87,806 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 87,579 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 87,579 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 87,498 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 87,414 miles

front tyres 2mm

o/s rear tyre 2mm

Fail 12 Jul 2012 87,414 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

front tyres 2mm

o/s rear tyre 2mm

Pass 17 Jun 2011 87,126 miles

front tyres 2mm and worn unevenly

o/s parking brake low reading

o/s rear tyre 2mm

Fail 17 Jun 2011 87,126 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front tyres 2mm and worn unevenly

o/s parking brake low reading

o/s rear tyre 2mm

Pass 26 Jun 2010 85,165 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 82,916 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 82,916 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 82,396 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 81,132 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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RNB 420 is a 1983 Morgan Plus 8 in Silver with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 50,560 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 RNB 420, 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 43 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RNB 420 registered?

RNB 420 is a 1983 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 9 November 1983.

Is RNB 420 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNB 420 shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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