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WYF 445S

1978 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,527 mi
Last recorded32,527 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1978 Morgan Plus 829,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYF 445S
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 32,527 miles

Nearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 31,926 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 31,926 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 24,059 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 23,375 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 23,375 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 21,994 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 19,824 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 19,195 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 18,681 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,091 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 16,911 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 15,291 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 14,838 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 30 Mar 2009 14,838 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 13,679 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 May 2007 13,422 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Suspension blades require adjustment both sides

Pass 22 Apr 2006 12,547 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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WYF 445S is a 1978 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WYF 445S, 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 WYF 445S?

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What year was WYF 445S registered?

WYF 445S is a 1978 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is WYF 445S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYF 445S shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WYF 445S have outstanding finance?

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