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R555 TBC

1997 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,446 mi
Last recorded39,446 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 819,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR555 TBC
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 39,446 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 38,870 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 28,132 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 27,306 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 26,254 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front fog lights inop

slight play in steering rack

Pass 26 Aug 2009 24,014 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 23,073 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

o/s exhaust clamps rusty

o/s exhaust rubber mountings deteriorating

Fail 15 Aug 2008 23,067 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s and o/s exhaust clamps rusty

n/s and o/s exhaust rubber mountings deteriorating

Pass 31 Aug 2007 22,410 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s and o/s exhaust rubber mountings deteriorating

Pass 31 Aug 2006 19,881 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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R555 TBC is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R555 TBC, 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 R555 TBC registered?

R555 TBC is a 1997 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R555 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R555 TBC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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