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P271 DBL

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

9,980 mi
Last recorded9,980 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP271 DBL
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 9,980 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 9,980 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 9,899 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 9,880 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 9,777 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 9,717 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 9,654 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 9,613 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 9,613 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 9,565 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 9,543 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 9,512 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 9,492 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 9,460 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 9,385 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 9,341 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 9,177 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 May 2009 8,989 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 29 May 2008 8,831 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 8,480 miles

Surface rust on bulkhead

Oil leak

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 25 May 2007 8,480 miles

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Surface rust on front bulkhead

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2006 8,115 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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P271 DBL is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 P271 DBL, 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 P271 DBL registered?

P271 DBL is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P271 DBL safe to buy?

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