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P587 NWP

1996 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

14,988 mi
Last recorded14,988 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Morgan Plus 820,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP587 NWP
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 14,988 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 14,710 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 14,444 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 14,272 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 13,946 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 13,460 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 12,808 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 12,587 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 11,901 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 11,687 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 11,430 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 11,059 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 10,777 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 10,513 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 10,086 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 10,086 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 9,703 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 9,221 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 8,614 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 7,809 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 7,120 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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P587 NWP is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1996 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 20,783 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 P587 NWP, 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 30 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 P587 NWP?

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What year was P587 NWP registered?

P587 NWP is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 16 October 1996.

Is P587 NWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P587 NWP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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