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WOB 5T

1978 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,866 mi
Last recorded24,866 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 1978 Morgan Plus 829,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOB 5T
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 24,866 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 20 May 2013 24,485 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 May 2013 24,485 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 24,341 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 24,079 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 23,645 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 20,727 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 20,089 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 19,524 miles

Offside Leaf spring shackle bracket damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

n/s engine mounting bolts loose

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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WOB 5T is a 1978 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 WOB 5T, 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 WOB 5T?

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What year was WOB 5T registered?

WOB 5T is a 1978 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 6 October 1978.

Is WOB 5T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOB 5T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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