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H1 BOU

1991 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,104 mi
Last recorded46,104 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Morgan Plus 832,623 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH1 BOU
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 46,104 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 45,854 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlights dim (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 45,473 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 45,455 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 45,154 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 44,763 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 44,085 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 44,062 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 44,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 44,004 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 43,844 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2017 43,482 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 43,342 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 43,044 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 42,837 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 42,182 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 42,100 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 42,005 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2010 41,073 miles

grease around both front suspension knuckles but not causing any play or interfering with other componants

Pass 27 Mar 2009 41,016 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 40,995 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 40,729 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 40,135 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 May 2006 40,135 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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H1 BOU is a 1991 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 32,623 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 H1 BOU, 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 35 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H1 BOU registered?

H1 BOU is a 1991 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 11 April 1991.

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