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SRX 856

1988 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

45,853 mi
Last recorded45,853 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Morgan Plus 834,804 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRX 856
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 45,853 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 45,441 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 44,628 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 42,827 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 41,088 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2022 41,048 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 40,854 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 40,789 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 40,681 miles

Nearside track rod end boot perished

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

Fail 6 Jun 2018 40,681 miles

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside track rod end boot perished

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 40,377 miles

slight bind to rear brakes

Pass 9 Jun 2015 40,314 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 40,239 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 40,061 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 40,058 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2011 39,763 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 37,350 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 36,861 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 36,398 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 35,723 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 35,426 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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SRX 856 is a 1988 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1988 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 34,804 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 8 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SRX 856, 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 38 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 SRX 856 registered?

SRX 856 is a 1988 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 13 April 1988.

Is SRX 856 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRX 856 shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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