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W601 VGK

2000 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,671 mi
Last recorded64,671 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Morgan Plus 821,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW601 VGK
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 64,671 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 63,326 miles

Exhaust mounting defective All (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 62,731 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 61,293 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 59,674 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 59,664 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 58,704 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure under wing area (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front lower suspension unit covered in grease

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure under wing (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front lower suspension unit covered in grease

Fail 28 Sep 2020 58,700 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure under wing area (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front lower suspension unit covered in grease

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure under wing (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front lower suspension unit covered in grease

Pass 10 Oct 2019 57,339 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018
Pass 5 Oct 2017 51,463 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 50,234 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 47,714 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 45,920 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 42,925 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 41,240 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 39,164 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 36,474 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 33,953 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 30,413 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 30,413 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 27,986 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 27,986 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 24,871 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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W601 VGK is a 2000 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W601 VGK, 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

How do I check the history of W601 VGK?

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What year was W601 VGK registered?

W601 VGK is a 2000 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W601 VGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W601 VGK shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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