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Y289 KAX

2001 Morgan Plus 8

Silver Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

40,419 mi
Last recorded40,419 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Morgan Plus 821,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY289 KAX
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 40,419 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 39,237 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 37,836 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 36,039 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 36,039 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 33,903 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 30,728 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 27,790 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 27,671 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 27,501 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 26,716 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 25,990 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 24,663 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 23,691 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 23,195 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 21,769 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 20,541 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 18,060 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 15,796 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 15,086 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 15,037 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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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Y289 KAX is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8 in Silver with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 Y289 KAX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y289 KAX?

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What year was Y289 KAX registered?

Y289 KAX is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y289 KAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y289 KAX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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