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AR08 MAX

2009 Morgan Aero 8

Grey Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,273 mi
Last recorded5,273 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Morgan Aero 813,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR08 MAX
MakeMorgan
ModelAero 8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 5,273 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 4,099 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 3,114 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 3,004 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 2,846 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 2,775 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 2,457 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 2,061 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 1,921 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 1,921 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 1,584 miles

How Reliable is the Morgan Aero 8?

Based on 4,650 MOT tests across 388 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
859
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 38
Headlamp aim too low 36
Headlamp aim too high 30
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 29
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AR08 MAX is a 2009 Morgan Aero 8 in Grey with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2009 Morgan Aero 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 13,822 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morgan Aero 8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AR08 MAX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Aero 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 17 years old, this Morgan Aero 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AR08 MAX registered?

AR08 MAX is a 2009 Morgan Aero 8, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is AR08 MAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR08 MAX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AR08 MAX have outstanding finance?

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