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X871 HDP

2000 Morgan Plus 8

Black Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

26,679 mi
Last recorded26,679 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Morgan Plus 821,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX871 HDP
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 26,679 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 26,607 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 26,294 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 25,892 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 25,824 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 25,820 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 24,991 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 24,630 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 24,536 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 24,217 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 23,874 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 23,080 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 21,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 20,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 19,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 18,839 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 17,934 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 17,717 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 17,717 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 17,134 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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X871 HDP is a 2000 Morgan Plus 8 in Black with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 X871 HDP, 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 X871 HDP?

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What year was X871 HDP registered?

X871 HDP is a 2000 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 16 November 2000.

Is X871 HDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X871 HDP shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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