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SRA 5H

1996 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

25,236 mi
Last recorded25,236 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Morgan Plus 820,783 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRA 5H
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 25,236 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 25,155 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 25,130 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 24,931 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 24,319 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 23,874 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 23,419 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 22,507 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 21,580 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 20,522 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 19,490 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 19,490 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

steering shaft fouling lubrication pipe

Pass 10 Jul 2014 18,804 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 17,544 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 16,264 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 15,313 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 13,978 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 12,108 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 10,591 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 9,181 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 7,774 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 7,774 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 4,196 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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SRA 5H is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 SRA 5H, 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 SRA 5H?

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What year was SRA 5H registered?

SRA 5H is a 1996 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 7 October 1996.

Is SRA 5H safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRA 5H shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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