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H281 LOP

1990 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

17,101 mi
Last recorded17,101 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Morgan Plus 833,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH281 LOP
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 17,101 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 16,884 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front headlamp intensity slightly reduced compared to the nsf

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 16,489 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 16,076 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush at spring bracket cracked. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 15,608 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 14,760 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 13,412 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 12,860 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 12,808 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 12,808 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 12,676 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 12,627 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 12,505 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 12,338 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 11,842 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 11,528 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 11,380 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 11,262 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 11,147 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 11,147 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 10,997 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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H281 LOP is a 1990 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1990 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 33,337 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 H281 LOP, 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 36 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 H281 LOP registered?

H281 LOP is a 1990 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 December 1990.

Is H281 LOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H281 LOP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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