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M8 HYS

2003 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,031 mi
Last recorded26,031 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Morgan Plus 817,875 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 HYS
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 26,031 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 22,427 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 17,999 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 15,476 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 14,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 9 Jun 2022 14,308 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Reverse lamp inoperative

Pass 6 Mar 2019 13,221 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 13,221 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 12,695 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 11,359 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 10,453 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 10,342 miles

Slight play offside and nearside front wheel bearings

Pass 22 Apr 2013 10,310 miles

Slight play offside and nearside front wheel bearings

Pass 7 Apr 2012 10,265 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 9,421 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 8,945 miles

Decelerometer brake test carried out

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 8,945 miles

Decelerometer brake test carried out

Pass 26 Mar 2009 8,293 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 7,272 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 53,315 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 3,855 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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M8 HYS is a 2003 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 17,875 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 M8 HYS, 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 23 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M8 HYS?

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What year was M8 HYS registered?

M8 HYS is a 2003 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is M8 HYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 HYS shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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