CarVerify

Free Car Check

F987 NLE

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3528cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,689 mi
Last recorded80,689 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Morgan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF987 NLE
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 80,689 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 78,778 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 78,766 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 77,840 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 74,885 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 74,471 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 74,019 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 73,153 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 70,299 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 69,118 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 64,737 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 61,526 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 59,379 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 57,403 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2012 55,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 53,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

track rod end gaitors split and deterated

Pass 25 Feb 2010 49,472 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 46,793 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 40,752 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 35,493 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 35,340 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
Full Morgan Plus 8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F987 NLE is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 33,003 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 F987 NLE, 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 37 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 F987 NLE?

You can check the full history of F987 NLE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F987 NLE registered?

F987 NLE is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 5 May 1989.

Is F987 NLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F987 NLE shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F987 NLE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F987 NLE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.