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P855 FRP

1996 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

13,581 mi
Last recorded13,581 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Morgan Plus 820,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP855 FRP
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 13,581 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 13,483 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 13,398 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 13,314 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 13,264 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 13,203 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 13,126 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 13,054 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 12,907 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 12,864 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 12,835 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 12,423 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 12,422 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 12,405 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 12,299 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 12,145 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 11,407 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2008 11,407 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 11,252 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 10,880 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 10,880 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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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P855 FRP is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 P855 FRP, 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 P855 FRP?

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What year was P855 FRP registered?

P855 FRP is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 October 1996.

Is P855 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P855 FRP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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