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T961 TUM

1999 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

20,987 mi
Last recorded20,987 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Morgan Plus 818,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT961 TUM
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 20,987 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 20,480 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023
Pass 7 Sep 2021 20,009 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 199,399 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 19,635 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 19,607 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 19,188 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 13,698 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 12,828 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 12,327 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 12,327 miles

Nearside Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Offside Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 12,060 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 12,060 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 11,964 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 11,964 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 11,623 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 11,474 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 11,332 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 11,332 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 11,023 miles

Nearside front suspension lubrication feeder broken/snapped

Offsdie front suspension lubrication feeder broken/snapped

Pass 14 Jun 2008 10,592 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 10,136 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 10,136 miles

Nearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 9,692 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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T961 TUM is a 1999 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1999 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 18,798 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 T961 TUM, 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 27 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T961 TUM?

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What year was T961 TUM registered?

T961 TUM is a 1999 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T961 TUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T961 TUM shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T961 TUM have outstanding finance?

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