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WCS 40K

1976 Morgan Plus 8

Black Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

29,332 mi
Last recorded29,332 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 1976 Morgan Plus 841,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCS 40K
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 29,332 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 29,246 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 29,182 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 29,111 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 29,079 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 29,015 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 28,841 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 28,711 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 28,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 28,536 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 28,509 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 10 Sep 2008 28,501 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 19 Aug 2008 60,143 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 28,384 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 28,352 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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WCS 40K is a 1976 Morgan Plus 8 in Black with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1976 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 41,800 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 WCS 40K, 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 50 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 WCS 40K registered?

WCS 40K is a 1976 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 September 1976.

Is WCS 40K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCS 40K shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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