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EW 8603

2002 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

5,357 mi
Last recorded5,357 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Morgan Plus 817,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEW 8603
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 5,357 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 4,734 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Up & Down direction has movement in it (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 4,031 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 3,861 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 3,424 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 3,169 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 3,007 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 2,662 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 2,304 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 2,083 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 1,953 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 1,712 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 1,363 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 1,345 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 28 Apr 2006 1,148 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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EW 8603 is a 2002 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2002 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 17,450 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 EW 8603, 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 24 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EW 8603?

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What year was EW 8603 registered?

EW 8603 is a 2002 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is EW 8603 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EW 8603 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EW 8603 have outstanding finance?

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