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W5 REB

2000 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

9,491 mi
Last recorded9,491 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Morgan Plus 821,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW5 REB
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 9,491 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 9,437 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2025 9,437 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 8,204 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 8,019 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 8,006 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 6,373 miles

Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Feb 2022 6,371 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 6,262 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 6,101 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 5,959 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 5,696 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 5,550 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 5,331 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 5,137 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 4,989 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 4,707 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 4,585 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 4,458 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 3,967 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 3,846 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 3,580 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 3,089 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 2,707 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 2,265 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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W5 REB is a 2000 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 W5 REB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W5 REB registered?

W5 REB is a 2000 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W5 REB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W5 REB shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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