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HY53 DFF

2003 Morgan Aero 8

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,940 mi
Last recorded24,940 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Morgan Aero 819,060 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY53 DFF
MakeMorgan
ModelAero 8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 24,940 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 23,534 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 23,060 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2019 23,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 22,008 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 20,871 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 20,133 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

light exhaust blow from back clamps

oil leak

play starting in nearside and offside front inner rack joints

slight play starting in both lower front ball joints

Pass 9 Sep 2015 17,786 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 16,761 miles

n/s/r hub seal slight leak

Pass 12 Aug 2013 12,733 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front headlight carrier damaged cable tired together

nearside front wheel damaged

offside front wing dent

Pass 12 Jun 2012 8,681 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 5,531 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 5,142 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 5,142 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 4,547 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 4,437 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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HY53 DFF is a 2003 Morgan Aero 8 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Morgan Aero 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 19,060 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 HY53 DFF, 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 23 years old, this Morgan Aero 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY53 DFF registered?

HY53 DFF is a 2003 Morgan Aero 8, first registered on 13 December 2003.

Is HY53 DFF safe to buy?

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