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P302 BAP

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3974cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

27,405 mi
Last recorded27,405 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP302 BAP
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,974cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 27,405 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 57,401 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 May 2015 25,809 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 25,607 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 20,496 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2012 17,819 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 17,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2011 17,758 miles

ENGINE OIL LEAKS,NEEDS 1 LITRE OF OIL.

Pass 25 May 2010 17,434 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 13,470 miles

CENTRE TRACK CONTROL ARMS JOINTS WORN.

SLIGHT PLAY FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS.

Fail 15 Apr 2009 13,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

CENTRE TRACK CONTROL ARMS JOINTS WORN.

SLIGHT PLAY FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS.

Pass 24 Apr 2008 12,677 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 8,836 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 76,567 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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P302 BAP is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,974cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P302 BAP, 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 P302 BAP registered?

P302 BAP is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P302 BAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P302 BAP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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