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V8 BLU

2001 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

80,343 mi
Last recorded80,343 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Morgan Plus 821,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 BLU
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 80,343 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 80,336 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 80,188 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 80,096 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 79,911 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 79,908 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 79,682 miles

Minor exhaust leak from N/S & O/S exhaust systems

New brakes fitted on rear axle. Hand brake performance poor.

Offside Front Drivers seat back rest latch not functioning correctly

Propshaft has been fouling transmission tunnel, when suspension has been in compression

engine oil leak

Fail 26 Feb 2020 79,682 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Hand brake performance only just meet

Propshaft fouling transmission tunnel

Pass 3 Mar 2019 73,096 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 71,247 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (7.7 (c) (i))

Fail 24 May 2018 71,247 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Horn sounds harsh or grating (7.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 May 2017 70,480 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 69,976 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 63,988 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 62,970 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 57,382 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 May 2012 55,808 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 May 2011 54,221 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 45,991 miles

Offside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 May 2009 44,095 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 May 2008 41,753 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 38,065 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 29,086 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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V8 BLU is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2001 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 21,013 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 V8 BLU, 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 25 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V8 BLU registered?

V8 BLU is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is V8 BLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 BLU 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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