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N451 YWP

1996 Morgan Plus 8

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,074 mi
Last recorded37,074 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Morgan Plus 820,783 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN451 YWP
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 37,074 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 37,021 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 36,998 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 126,548 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fuel cap seal deteriorating

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 36,850 miles

Slight dampness of oil engine - gearbox - rear diff

Water bottle leaking slightly

Pass 11 May 2019 36,520 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

engine oily

gearbox oily

Pass 28 Jan 2019 36,365 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 36,301 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 35,745 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 33,776 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 31,761 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 29,961 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 29,961 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 28,506 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 28,506 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 26,520 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 25,573 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 23,907 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 22,071 miles

Offside front wing stay loose

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 19,639 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 17,255 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 15,656 miles

Slight play in N/S king pin. †N/S/F tyre worn low on outer edge.

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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N451 YWP is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 20,783 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 N451 YWP, 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 30 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 N451 YWP?

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What year was N451 YWP registered?

N451 YWP is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N451 YWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N451 YWP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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