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629 AXP

2003 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

17,207 mi
Last recorded17,207 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Morgan Plus 817,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration629 AXP
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc
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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 17,207 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 16,488 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 14,584 miles

Hazard warning lamps operating but slightly dim

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

Fail 7 Feb 2024 14,502 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Hazard warning lamps operating but slightly dim

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 12,629 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 11,095 miles

Central Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2022 11,012 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 9,128 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

wipers not clearing very well

Pass 18 Feb 2020 7,979 miles

Front Exhaust mounts split N/S and O/S

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 18 Feb 2020 7,975 miles

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust mounts split N/S and O/S

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 6,274 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 4,271 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 1,806 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2017 1,806 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 8,209 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 8,159 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 8,117 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 7,645 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 7,427 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 6,979 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 6,979 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 5,579 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 4,957 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 4,957 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 26 Sep 2007 4,465 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 4,465 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 4,190 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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629 AXP is a 2003 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 2003 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 17,875 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 629 AXP, 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 23 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 629 AXP registered?

629 AXP is a 2003 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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