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P647 VFV

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,079 mi
Last recorded15,079 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2008
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP647 VFV
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2008 15,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 15,079 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 15,038 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 14,882 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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P647 VFV is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P647 VFV, 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 P647 VFV?

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What year was P647 VFV registered?

P647 VFV is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P647 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P647 VFV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P647 VFV have outstanding finance?

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