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B5 MGN

1994 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,390 mi
Last recorded52,390 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Morgan Plus 823,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 MGN
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 52,390 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 52,305 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 52,196 miles

Central Front Slight play in steering rack center shuttle

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 52,045 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 51,822 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 51,712 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 51,565 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 51,296 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 51,065 miles

Nearside Front Lower slight play in suspenion trunion assembly

Pass 25 May 2016 49,661 miles

Nearside Front steering tie bar bush slight play

Offside Front steering tie bar bush slight play

Pass 27 May 2015 48,089 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 27 May 2015 48,089 miles

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 May 2014 46,204 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 44,403 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 43,106 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 42,309 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 40,134 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 39,661 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 May 2008 36,714 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 36,712 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 17 May 2007 34,084 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 30,671 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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B5 MGN is a 1994 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1994 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 23,468 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 B5 MGN, 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 32 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B5 MGN?

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What year was B5 MGN registered?

B5 MGN is a 1994 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 5 May 1994.

Is B5 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 MGN 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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