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XMC 185M

1974 Morgan Plus 8

Silver Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,688 mi
Last recorded68,688 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 1974 Morgan Plus 846,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMC 185M
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2017 68,688 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 68,162 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 67,628 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 67,270 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 67,119 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 67,022 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 66,384 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 65,883 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 65,847 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 65,538 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 65,356 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 64,916 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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XMC 185M is a 1974 Morgan Plus 8 in Silver with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 46,820 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 XMC 185M, 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 52 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 XMC 185M?

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What year was XMC 185M registered?

XMC 185M is a 1974 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 6 June 1974.

Is XMC 185M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMC 185M shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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