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M800 PAW

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,695 mi
Last recorded36,695 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM800 PAW
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 36,695 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 34,325 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 34,308 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 33,303 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 32,498 miles

Nearside steering arm inner bush worn

Pass 7 May 2021 31,139 miles

Nearside steering arm inner bush worn

Pass 28 May 2020 29,945 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 28,699 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 27,268 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 25,111 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 21,357 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 17,563 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 15,941 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 12,926 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 11,190 miles

engine leaking oil

nearside & offside centre exhaust mounts broke off

Fail 27 Feb 2012 11,187 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

engine leaking oil

nearside & offside centre exhaust mounts broke off

Pass 17 Feb 2011 9,273 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 8,030 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 6,729 miles

Number plate spacing only just correct but clearly readable as M800 PAW

Pass 14 Feb 2008 5,240 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 5,109 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

engine has oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2007 3,774 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 3,771 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Engine oil leak around sump gasket area and looks as if also leaking above starter motor

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Vacuum hose rubbing on starter motor

Water hose rubbing on electrical connector near bulk under bonnet

side light/brake light lense slightly loose on bottom bolt

Pass 23 Feb 2006 1,737 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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M800 PAW is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M800 PAW, 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.

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What year was M800 PAW registered?

M800 PAW is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is M800 PAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M800 PAW shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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