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P962 SBV

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,828 mi
Last recorded35,828 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP962 SBV
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2025 35,828 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 34,978 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 33,958 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 32,956 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 31,747 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 30,987 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 29,691 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 27,888 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 26,540 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 24,687 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,408 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 21,850 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 20,870 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 20,847 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 19,893 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 16,925 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 30 Apr 2009

speedo read out faulty

Pass 22 Apr 2008 37,038 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 33,935 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 32,223 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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P962 SBV is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P962 SBV, 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

How do I check the history of P962 SBV?

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What year was P962 SBV registered?

P962 SBV is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P962 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P962 SBV shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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