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X291 LLX

2000 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

45,537 mi
Last recorded45,537 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2000 Morgan Plus 821,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX291 LLX
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 45,537 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Slight Seepage From Clutch Slave Cylinder (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Upper Nearside and Offside, Mounting bracket bolt missing for wing(s)

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 45,291 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 45,255 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 45,063 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 44,893 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 44,777 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 41,991 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 41,322 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 41,314 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 38,778 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 37,300 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 36,661 miles

n/s head lamp kick aim slightly poor

Fail 22 Mar 2012 36,661 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s head lamp kick aim slightly poor

Fail 28 Mar 2011 35,616 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 35,616 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 32,679 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 32,678 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 30,281 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 27,954 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 25,683 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 22,406 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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X291 LLX is a 2000 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 X291 LLX, 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 X291 LLX registered?

X291 LLX is a 2000 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X291 LLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X291 LLX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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