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HB51 MOG

2001 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

15,192 mi
Last recorded15,192 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Morgan Plus 821,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHB51 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 15,192 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 15,106 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 14,836 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 14,690 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 14,360 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 14,302 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively wheel cylinder sticking? (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine, o/s rocker cover? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 14,020 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 13,847 miles

Front steering rack slight play

Pass 13 Aug 2018 13,416 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 13,006 miles

Oil leak ()

steering rack has play

Pass 24 Aug 2016 12,600 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 12,395 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 12,011 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 11,625 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 11,223 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 11,096 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 10,748 miles

Slight play in the steering rack

Pass 21 Aug 2009 10,440 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 9,683 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 9,683 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 9,254 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 8,713 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 7,495 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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HB51 MOG is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 HB51 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 HB51 MOG registered?

HB51 MOG is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HB51 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HB51 MOG shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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