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P800 MGN

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

25,764 mi
Last recorded25,764 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP800 MGN
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 25,764 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 24,281 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 23,835 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 22,866 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 22,835 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2022 22,835 miles

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 22,609 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 22,609 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 22,609 miles

Nearside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 21,771 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 18,496 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 17,065 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 16,428 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 15,810 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 14,141 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 13,550 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 12,842 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 12,107 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 12,033 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 11,226 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 8,963 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 8,677 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 8,677 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 7,922 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 7,922 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 7,496 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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P800 MGN is a 1997 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 80.8%.

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 P800 MGN, 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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What year was P800 MGN registered?

P800 MGN is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P800 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P800 MGN shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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