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P40 PDJ

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,490 mi
Last recorded4,490 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP40 PDJ
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2025 4,490 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 4,343 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 4,256 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022
Pass 19 Mar 2021
Pass 1 Aug 2016 4,120 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 4,087 miles

oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2014 4,046 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2013 3,975 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 3,848 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 3,743 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 3,665 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 3,533 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 3,233 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 2,902 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 2,882 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 2,799 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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P40 PDJ is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P40 PDJ, 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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How do I check the history of P40 PDJ?

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What year was P40 PDJ registered?

P40 PDJ is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P40 PDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P40 PDJ shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P40 PDJ have outstanding finance?

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