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L972 UMB

1994 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

52,733 mi
Last recorded52,733 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Morgan Plus 823,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL972 UMB
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 52,733 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 49,473 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 48,694 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 47,558 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OSF/ Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 46,509 miles

Slight leak on sump

Pass 14 Oct 2020 46,415 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 45,398 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 43,672 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 41,895 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 40,232 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 38,504 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 37,836 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 36,681 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 36,193 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 34,822 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 33,538 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 32,840 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 30,959 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 30,959 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 27,893 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 26,115 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 22,358 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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L972 UMB is a 1994 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 L972 UMB, 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 L972 UMB?

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What year was L972 UMB registered?

L972 UMB is a 1994 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is L972 UMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L972 UMB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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