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M310 XKU

1994 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,887 mi
Last recorded23,887 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 Morgan Plus 823,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM310 XKU
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 23,887 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

all tyres between 15 and 22 years old

Pass 3 Feb 2025 23,816 miles

Exhaust mounting defective both sides (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

reverse light not working

Pass 7 Dec 2023 23,746 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play o/s and n/s front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight play in steering rack

Fail 20 Nov 2023 23,720 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play o/s and n/s front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

drivers seat belt, sluggish in retraction

slight play in steering rack

Pass 23 Nov 2022 23,510 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play o/s and n/s front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

main beam warning tell-tale glows slightly when only position lights are on

pedal rubbers ? recommend check

steering rack, play

Fail 17 Nov 2022 23,510 miles

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

steering rack, play

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear brakes, recommend check (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play o/s and n/s front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

main beam warning tell-tale glows slightly when only position lights are on

pedal rubbers ? recommend check

Pass 15 Nov 2021 23,486 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive Sump Area, gearbox seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 23,471 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Possible Crankshaft Seal at rear. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 23,456 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 23,447 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

nearside inner track rod end has slight play

Fail 22 Oct 2018 23,446 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

nearside inner track rod end has slight play

Pass 14 Nov 2017 23,402 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases nearside and offside (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside inner track rod end has slight play

Fail 14 Nov 2017 23,402 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases nearside and offside (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside inner track rod end has slight play

Pass 25 Oct 2016 23,292 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases nearside and offside (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside inner track rod end has slight play in a pin/bush

Fail 25 Oct 2016 23,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases nearside and offside (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside inner track rod end has slight play in a pin/bush

Pass 15 Oct 2015 23,126 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside centre exhaust rubber mounting broken

Pass 14 Oct 2014 22,943 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 22,561 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 22,456 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 22,162 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 21,938 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 21,771 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 21,501 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 20,570 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 19,825 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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M310 XKU is a 1994 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 M310 XKU, 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.

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What year was M310 XKU registered?

M310 XKU is a 1994 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 9 September 1994.

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