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A8 YEX

2008 Morgan Plus 4

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

57,171 mi
Last recorded57,171 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Morgan Plus 416,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 YEX
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 57,171 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 56,680 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 56,676 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 53,168 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2023 53,168 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 50,159 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 47,181 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 44,364 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 40,221 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 39,270 miles

disc slightly corroided

slight oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2014 35,810 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 29,852 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 17,746 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 17,740 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 12,009 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 12,009 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 11,967 miles

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 4?

Based on 23,769 MOT tests across 1,962 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 137
Stop lamp not working 124
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
fog lamp not working 100
Headlamp aim too high 80
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A8 YEX is a 2008 Morgan Plus 4 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 16,636 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 YEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 18 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A8 YEX registered?

A8 YEX is a 2008 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is A8 YEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 YEX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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