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RUT 180

1973 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,595 mi
Last recorded69,595 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Morgan Plus 866,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUT 180
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2017 69,595 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 68,413 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 68,409 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 67,908 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 66,801 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 66,183 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 64,014 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 61,982 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 60,924 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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RUT 180 is a 1973 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 66,726 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 RUT 180, 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 53 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 RUT 180?

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What year was RUT 180 registered?

RUT 180 is a 1973 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 25 April 1973.

Is RUT 180 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUT 180 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.

Does RUT 180 have outstanding finance?

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