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975 SDV

2001 Morgan Plus 8

Silver Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

30,018 mi
Last recorded30,018 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Morgan Plus 821,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration975 SDV
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 30,018 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 3 May 2024 29,727 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 29,206 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 28,323 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 26,715 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 23,935 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 23,935 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 23,929 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 23,918 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 23,918 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

cooling fan not working

Pass 28 Aug 2018 23,551 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 22,334 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 25 Aug 2016 21,029 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 19,570 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 19,570 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 18,672 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 16,642 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2012 15,350 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 15,098 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 12,423 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 12,147 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 10,878 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 10,572 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 8,726 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 7,459 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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975 SDV is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8 in Silver with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 2001 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 21,013 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 975 SDV, 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 25 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 975 SDV registered?

975 SDV is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is 975 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 975 SDV shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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