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P295 PVM

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,737 mi
Last recorded26,737 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP295 PVM
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 26,737 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 26,137 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 23,271 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 22,192 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 22,174 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 20,841 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 20,579 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 20,527 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 19,869 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 18,334 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 17,705 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 17,639 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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P295 PVM is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P295 PVM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P295 PVM registered?

P295 PVM is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P295 PVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P295 PVM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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