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DG51 MOG

2001 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

105,423 mi
Last recorded105,423 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Morgan Plus 821,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 105,423 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2025 105,351 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 104,830 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 104,507 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 104,071 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 102,993 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 101,983 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 100,709 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 98,797 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 95,751 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 94,018 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 89,485 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 86,141 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 10 Oct 2014 86,129 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 83,213 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 77,635 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 71,188 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 66,635 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 60,865 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 54,175 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 54,175 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 48,131 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 39,806 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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DG51 MOG is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 DG51 MOG, 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.

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What year was DG51 MOG registered?

DG51 MOG is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is DG51 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 MOG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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