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TNP 808V

1980 Morgan Plus 8

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

77,255 mi
Last recorded77,255 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 1980 Morgan Plus 845,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNP 808V
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 77,255 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 77,160 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 76,913 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 76,348 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 76,074 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 76,005 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 75,133 miles

Main beam will not lock on when selected

No reverse lights illuminating when selected

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 75,133 miles

Main beam will not lock on when selected

No reverse lights illuminating when selected

Pass 19 Jul 2012 74,735 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 74,735 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 74,494 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 74,494 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 27 Jul 2010 74,314 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 74,314 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 74,077 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 73,876 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 73,569 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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TNP 808V is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8 in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1980 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 45,711 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 TNP 808V, 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 46 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 TNP 808V registered?

TNP 808V is a 1980 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 18 June 1980.

Is TNP 808V safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNP 808V shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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