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EIW 537

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEIW 537
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026
Pass 24 Feb 2025 30,698 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 30,099 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 30,099 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 28,951 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 28,005 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 28,005 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2021
Pass 21 Feb 2020 26,785 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 25,851 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 25,851 miles

Nearside Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 24,206 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 22,953 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 21,625 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 20,813 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 20,813 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 19,408 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 193,914 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 193,914 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 19,385 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 23,568 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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EIW 537 is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 8 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EIW 537, 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 EIW 537 registered?

EIW 537 is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 8 November 1997.

Is EIW 537 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EIW 537 shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EIW 537 have outstanding finance?

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