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P623 SOO

1996 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,909 mi
Last recorded29,909 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Morgan Plus 820,783 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP623 SOO
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 29,909 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 29,547 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 28,937 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 28,453 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 28,348 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn Kingpin (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn Kingpin (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 27,595 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 27,247 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 26,521 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 May 2019 26,521 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 May 2018 24,692 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 22,546 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 22,546 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 May 2016 20,054 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 20,054 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 May 2015 16,273 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 15,875 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 15,875 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 15,816 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 14,791 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 14,791 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 13,585 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 12,204 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 11,034 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 9,791 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 8,883 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 7,475 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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P623 SOO is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 P623 SOO, 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

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What year was P623 SOO registered?

P623 SOO is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is P623 SOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P623 SOO shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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