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MV08 BYM

2008 Morgan Plus 4

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,418 mi
Last recorded27,418 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Morgan Plus 416,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 BYM
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 27,418 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 27,387 miles

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 25,844 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 23,388 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 21,784 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 19,808 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 19,798 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 17,971 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 16,216 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 13,974 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 13,024 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 13,024 miles

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 11,917 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 11,527 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 10,283 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

offside rear brake slight binding

Pass 26 Mar 2013 8,635 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 6,850 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 5,432 miles

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 4?

Based on 23,769 MOT tests across 1,962 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 137
Stop lamp not working 124
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
fog lamp not working 100
Headlamp aim too high 80
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MV08 BYM is a 2008 Morgan Plus 4 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 16,636 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV08 BYM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 18 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV08 BYM registered?

MV08 BYM is a 2008 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is MV08 BYM safe to buy?

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