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AEM 1

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

11,270 mi
Last recorded11,270 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEM 1
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 11,270 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 10,897 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 8,957 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 8,814 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 8,362 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 8,267 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 7,975 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 6,522 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 6,322 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 6,061 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 5,697 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 55,642 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 5,003 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 49,395 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 4,692 miles

Exhaust Mounting Bobbins Starting To Deteriorate.

Front Number Plate Cracked Slightly

Hazard Light Switch Intermittant Fault

N/S & O/S/F Spring Assemblies Starting To Leak

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Radiator Starting To Leak

Slight Play In N/S/F Suspension Trunion

Pass 28 Aug 2008 4,470 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 4,470 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 3,379 miles

Exhaust Pipe Mounting Rubbers Starting To Split

oil leak

Fail 21 Jul 2006 3,379 miles

Exhaust Pipe Mounting Rubbers Starting To Split

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

oil leak

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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AEM 1 is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 19,760 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 AEM 1, 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 29 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AEM 1 registered?

AEM 1 is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is AEM 1 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEM 1 shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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