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P814 UFB

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

18,473 mi
Last recorded18,473 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP814 UFB
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 18,473 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 18,405 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 18,405 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 18,389 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2022 18,294 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 18,276 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 18,109 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 18,046 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 17,903 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 17,788 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 17,788 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 17,678 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 17,523 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 17,523 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 17,291 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 17,290 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 17,028 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 16,590 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 15,630 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 15,630 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 14,096 miles

lighting dip relay high current draw

Pass 14 Feb 2009 13,655 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 13,407 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 12,600 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 12,600 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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P814 UFB is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 P814 UFB, 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

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What year was P814 UFB registered?

P814 UFB is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 14 January 1997.

Is P814 UFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P814 UFB shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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