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KX51 LRE

2001 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

7,586 mi
Last recorded7,586 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Morgan Plus 821,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 LRE
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 7,586 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 7,542 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 7,448 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 7,354 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 7,220 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 7,176 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 7,013 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 6,875 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 6,871 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 6,866 miles

front parking lifghts fitted but not connected

Pass 28 Oct 2014 68,413 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 6,530 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 6,530 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 63,882 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

hazard switch slightly faulty

o/s indicator tail inop but can be heard

Pass 27 Oct 2011 6,254 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 6,129 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 6,129 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 5,669 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 4,904 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 4,686 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 3,611 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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KX51 LRE is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 KX51 LRE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX51 LRE registered?

KX51 LRE is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 3 November 2001.

Is KX51 LRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX51 LRE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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