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VX53 YUL

2003 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,822 mi
Last recorded8,822 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Morgan Plus 817,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 YUL
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2013 8,822 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 87,688 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 6,610 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 3,671 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 3,380 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 3,325 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 2,329 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 2,318 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 2,135 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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VX53 YUL is a 2003 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 17,875 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 VX53 YUL, 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 23 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 VX53 YUL registered?

VX53 YUL is a 2003 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is VX53 YUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 YUL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX53 YUL have outstanding finance?

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