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X226 PGT

2001 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,669 mi
Last recorded30,669 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Morgan Plus 821,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX226 PGT
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 30,669 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 28,865 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 28,395 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 28,390 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 27,927 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 27,515 miles

Central Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 26,799 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 26,337 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 24,946 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 24,946 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 24,304 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 24,046 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 23,704 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 23,302 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 23,297 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 22,792 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 22,057 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 21,014 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 19,777 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 19,190 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 18,262 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 17,237 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 16,343 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 12,858 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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X226 PGT is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X226 PGT, 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.

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What year was X226 PGT registered?

X226 PGT is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 25 January 2001.

Is X226 PGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X226 PGT shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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