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Y877 SVR

2001 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

39,324 mi
Last recorded39,324 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Morgan Plus 821,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY877 SVR
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 39,324 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 38,838 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 38,830 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached upper bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 35,829 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 29,521 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 29,521 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 25,908 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 25,438 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 23,588 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 23,499 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 21,387 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 19,717 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2015 18,361 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 17,053 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 14,609 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 13,940 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 13,267 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 12,224 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 9,025 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 8,525 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 8,514 miles

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

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 5,802 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 3,083 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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Y877 SVR is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 Y877 SVR, 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 Y877 SVR registered?

Y877 SVR is a 2001 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y877 SVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y877 SVR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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