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VV 30

1978 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,083 mi
Last recorded25,083 miles
Recorded on23 May 2013
Typical for 1978 Morgan Plus 829,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVV 30
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2013 25,083 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jun 2011 25,048 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Oil leak

n/s front tyre cracking

slight play in steering box

Pass 21 Jun 2011 25,048 miles

Oil leak

n/s front tyre cracking

slight play in steering box

Pass 22 Jun 2010 24,700 miles

Oil leak

both front brakes rubbing slightly

slight play in steering box

Pass 13 Jun 2008 24,550 miles

slight play in n/s front hub bearing

slight play in steering box drop arm joint

Pass 6 Jun 2007 24,276 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 24,022 miles

slight lift in steering box

Fail 3 May 2006 24,022 miles

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

slight lift in steering box

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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VV 30 is a 1978 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 29,691 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 VV 30, 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 48 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 VV 30?

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What year was VV 30 registered?

VV 30 is a 1978 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is VV 30 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VV 30 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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