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V8 JEX

2000 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

3,541 mi
Last recorded3,541 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Morgan Plus 821,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 JEX
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 3,541 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 3,418 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 3,291 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 3,166 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive looks like leaking from sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 3,166 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive looks like leaking from sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 2,888 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 2,856 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2021 2,856 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 25,401 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 2,270 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 2,270 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 2,130 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 1,483 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 1,483 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2015 1,119 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 555 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 551 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 60 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 60 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 5,758 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 5,658 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 5,658 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 5,598 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 5,598 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 5,474 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 5,222 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 3,909 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 JEX is a 2000 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 2000 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 21,287 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 V8 JEX, 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 26 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V8 JEX registered?

V8 JEX is a 2000 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 29 July 2000.

Is V8 JEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 JEX shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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