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K856 SKO

1992 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

36,168 mi
Last recorded36,168 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Morgan Plus 828,360 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK856 SKO
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 36,168 miles

Surface corrosion to underside

Fail 1 Oct 2025 36,167 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion to underside

Pass 7 Oct 2024 35,865 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 35,802 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Coolant leak Water pump. ()

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 35,496 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 34,985 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 34,522 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 34,073 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 34,061 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 32,724 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2018 32,714 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 31,726 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Sep 2016 30,570 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Aug 2015 29,543 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 28,448 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear brake backplate damp

Pass 12 Aug 2013 26,316 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 24,160 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 23,657 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 4 Aug 2011 23,567 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 22,559 miles

veichle has bottom covers

Pass 29 Sep 2009 21,368 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 21,131 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 17,597 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s of steering rack damp

Fail 7 Jul 2008 17,579 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s of steering rack damp

Pass 6 Aug 2007 12,349 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 9,973 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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K856 SKO is a 1992 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1992 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 28,360 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 K856 SKO, 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 34 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 K856 SKO?

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What year was K856 SKO registered?

K856 SKO is a 1992 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 13 November 1992.

Is K856 SKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K856 SKO shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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