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P8 MOG

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022
Pass 16 Jun 2021

Nearside Front tyre has cracks in the sidewall

Nearside Rear tyre has cracks in the sidewall

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 43,972 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 43,795 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 43,568 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 43,207 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 43,157 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 42,837 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 42,197 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 42,197 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 41,473 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 40,654 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 38,438 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 38,438 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 32,678 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 30,002 miles

Slight play in king pins †Some cracking to inner sidewall of OSR tyre †

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 MOG is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P8 MOG, 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 P8 MOG registered?

P8 MOG is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 16 July 1997.

Is P8 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 MOG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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