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Y686 DAB

2001 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,162 mi
Last recorded32,162 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Morgan Plus 821,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY686 DAB
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 32,162 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 31,516 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 30,227 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 29,178 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 28,043 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 26,559 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 25,535 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 23,314 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 21,229 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 18,861 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 17,187 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 15 Apr 2014 15,214 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 15,214 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 13,954 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 12,857 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 10,992 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 8,833 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 6,794 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 5,495 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 3,964 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 3,955 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 1,338 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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Y686 DAB is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y686 DAB, 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 Y686 DAB registered?

Y686 DAB is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 3 April 2001.

Is Y686 DAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y686 DAB shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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