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A256 YAB

1983 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

56,879 mi
Last recorded56,879 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1983 Morgan Plus 850,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA256 YAB
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 56,879 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 56,875 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 56,863 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 5,736 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 56,736 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 56,388 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 56,383 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 56,275 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 55,983 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 55,737 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 54,474 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 54,379 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 53,345 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 53,323 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 51,524 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 51,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 51,459 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 51,398 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 51,212 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 51,212 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 26 Jan 2010 47,480 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 47,480 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 46,780 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 46,543 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 45,275 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 45,008 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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A256 YAB is a 1983 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1983 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 50,560 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 A256 YAB, 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 43 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A256 YAB registered?

A256 YAB is a 1983 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 14 December 1983.

Is A256 YAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A256 YAB shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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