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P963 SBV

1996 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,594 mi
Last recorded5,594 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Morgan Plus 820,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP963 SBV
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1996
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 5,594 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 5,455 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 5,360 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 5,273 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 5,096 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 4,954 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 4,639 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 4,383 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 4,275 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 4,178 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 3,977 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 3,462 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 3,337 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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P963 SBV is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P963 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 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 P963 SBV?

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What year was P963 SBV registered?

P963 SBV is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P963 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P963 SBV shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P963 SBV have outstanding finance?

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