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R453 GGC

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,932 mi
Last recorded31,932 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR453 GGC
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 31,932 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 30,616 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 29,547 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 29,537 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 28,949 miles

Service brake binding but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 28,647 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 27,709 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front Brake Imbalance Of 19% !!! Nearside Low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 26,659 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 25,655 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 23,748 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 22,278 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 20,907 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 18,617 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 17,065 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 May 2013 17,065 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 15,501 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 14,171 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 12,838 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 10,042 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 9,804 miles

dim\dip only turns off with ignition like volvos

excess greese on front suspension close to brake discs

Pass 24 Nov 2006 9,439 miles

excess grease from front suspension getting onto †wheels and could get onto brake discs

Pass 25 Nov 2005 8,083 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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R453 GGC is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R453 GGC, 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 R453 GGC registered?

R453 GGC is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 13 November 1997.

Is R453 GGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R453 GGC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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