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P8 JMG

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,772 mi
Last recorded2,772 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 JMG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 2,772 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 2,713 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 1,964 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 1,644 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 687 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 14,053 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 155 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 18 Jul 2006 6,593 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 6,593 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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P8 JMG is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P8 JMG, 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 P8 JMG registered?

P8 JMG is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is P8 JMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 JMG shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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