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P728 RUU

1996 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,701 mi
Last recorded14,701 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Morgan Plus 820,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP728 RUU
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 14,701 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 14,576 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 14,143 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 13,654 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 13,409 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 13,142 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 12,750 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 12,309 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 11,943 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 11,233 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 11,233 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 10,336 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 9,234 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 7,549 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 6,385 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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P728 RUU is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P728 RUU, 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 P728 RUU?

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What year was P728 RUU registered?

P728 RUU is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 4 September 1996.

Is P728 RUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P728 RUU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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