Morgan Plus 8 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Morgan Plus 8 reliable? We analysed 22,733 real MOT tests across 1,592 vehicles to find out.
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The Morgan Plus 8 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake binding, stop lamp not working and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Morgan Plus 8.
Morgan Plus 8 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Morgan Plus 8. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Morgan Plus 8 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Morgan Plus 8 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Morgan Plus 8 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Morgan Plus 8 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Morgan Plus 8 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Morgan Plus 8 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Morgan Plus 8 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Morgan Plus 8 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 83 | 92.8% | 1,732 | 5,183 | 10,963 |
| 2016 | 57 | 89.5% | 6,818 | 12,006 | 19,913 |
| 2015 | 65 | 87.7% | 2,792 | 13,201 | 23,271 |
| 2013 | 121 | 92.6% | 8,901 | 11,756 | 20,668 |
| 2012 | 87 | 88.5% | 3,113 | 6,125 | 11,666 |
| 2004 | 574 | 87.1% | 6,703 | 12,130 | 23,322 |
| 2003 | 689 | 82.4% | 8,115 | 17,875 | 32,346 |
| 2002 | 1,003 | 87.3% | 9,518 | 17,450 | 27,663 |
| 2001 | 1,652 | 85.5% | 11,816 | 21,013 | 35,226 |
| 2000 | 1,804 | 86.5% | 10,686 | 21,287 | 33,693 |
| 1999 | 1,279 | 86.4% | 10,383 | 18,798 | 30,286 |
| 1998 | 1,370 | 88.1% | 12,072 | 18,408 | 32,322 |
| 1997 | 1,367 | 85.3% | 9,831 | 19,760 | 30,102 |
| 1996 | 921 | 85.8% | 12,174 | 20,783 | 32,339 |
| 1995 | 769 | 87.1% | 12,495 | 21,527 | 42,134 |
| 1994 | 721 | 85.9% | 13,373 | 23,468 | 36,264 |
| 1993 | 715 | 84.6% | 19,614 | 33,566 | 48,942 |
| 1992 | 754 | 83.8% | 21,905 | 28,360 | 41,541 |
| 1991 | 751 | 85.2% | 20,434 | 32,623 | 50,097 |
| 1990 | 646 | 86.7% | 19,937 | 33,337 | 51,985 |
How Long Does a Morgan Plus 8 Last?
Based on 1,592 Morgan Plus 8 vehicles on UK roads.
Morgan Plus 8 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Morgan Plus 8 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Morgan Plus 8
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.8% MOT pass rate from 83 tests
79.7% MOT pass rate from 590 tests
The best year to buy a used Morgan Plus 8 is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.8% across 83 tests. The 1984 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Morgan Plus 8 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan Plus 8 THIS CAR | 85.5% | 22,733 | 26,389 mi | 57 yrs |
| Morgan 4/4 | 84.6% | 54,616 | 25,048 mi | 58 yrs |
| Morgan Plus 4 | 85.6% | 23,769 | 17,689 mi | 72 yrs |
| Morgan Roadster | 87.3% | 9,560 | 14,710 mi | 22 yrs |
| Harley Davidson Fxdl | 91% | 8,457 | 14,048 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Morgan 4/4 (84.6% pass rate) and the Morgan Plus 4 (85.6% pass rate), the Morgan Plus 8 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Morgan Plus 8Should you buy a used Morgan Plus 8?
The Morgan Plus 8 has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.5% across 22,733 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Morgan Plus 8 are brake binding (184 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (170), and position lamp(s) not working (158). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Morgan Plus 8 owner drives around 618 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Morgan Plus 8 models stay on UK roads for around 57 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.