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1997 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,362 mi
Last recorded46,362 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP1 USB
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 46,362 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general corrosion on various front suspension components

Pass 17 Jun 2024 45,617 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2023

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

car overheated during emissions test

Pass 6 Jul 2022

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 40,734 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2019 40,734 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 38,794 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 38,794 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 35,410 miles

windscreen damaged outside swept area

Fail 3 Apr 2017 35,410 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

windscreen damaged outside swept area

Pass 22 Mar 2016 32,579 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 29,522 miles

clutch pedal pad missing

exhaust clamps corroded and support bushes splitting

n/s tail pipe corroded and slight blow

o/s and n/s inner track rods inner bushes worn

o/s cataylst heatshield insecure

Fail 24 Mar 2015 29,522 miles

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

clutch pedal pad missing

exhaust clamps corroded and support bushes splitting

n/s tail pipe corroded and slight blow

o/s and n/s inner track rods inner bushes worn

o/s cataylst heatshield insecure

Pass 11 Mar 2014 26,503 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 24,162 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 23,353 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 21,613 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 19,902 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 17,832 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 16,283 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 13,472 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 11,918 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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P1 USB is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P1 USB, 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 P1 USB registered?

P1 USB is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 16 April 1997.

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