CarVerify

Free Car Check

N40 MGN

1995 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3947cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

52,833 mi
Last recorded52,833 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Morgan Plus 821,527 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Morgan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN40 MGN
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 52,833 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 52,195 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 51,765 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 51,207 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 49,849 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 49,128 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 48,125 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 48,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 46,777 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 46,771 miles

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

Both inner steering joints have slight play

Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 45,967 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 45,653 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 43,147 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 42,384 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 40,879 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 38,621 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 36,846 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 33,160 miles

Oil leak

all under covered can to see to test

o/s wiper split but cleaning ok

Fail 11 Aug 2009 33,149 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

all under covered can to see to test

o/s wiper split but cleaning ok

Pass 6 Mar 2008 31,422 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 31,477 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 2 Aug 2007 30,898 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 28,145 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 28,145 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

n/s front tyre runs close to exhaust when in full lock

Pass 18 Jan 2006 24,016 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 24,016 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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
Full Morgan Plus 8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N40 MGN is a 1995 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1995 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 21,527 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 N40 MGN, 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 31 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N40 MGN?

You can check the full history of N40 MGN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N40 MGN registered?

N40 MGN is a 1995 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 25 September 1995.

Is N40 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N40 MGN shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N40 MGN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N40 MGN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.