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P340 MLE

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

10,253 mi
Last recorded10,253 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP340 MLE
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 10,253 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 9,324 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 9,090 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 9,049 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 9,021 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 8,936 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 8,760 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 8,351 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 7,339 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 6,038 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 4,691 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 3,031 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 2,999 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

handbrake long but effective

Pass 8 Feb 2013 1,050 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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P340 MLE is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P340 MLE, 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

How do I check the history of P340 MLE?

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What year was P340 MLE registered?

P340 MLE is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P340 MLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P340 MLE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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