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MOP 8X

1987 Morgan Plus 8

White Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

5,405 mi
Last recorded5,405 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Morgan Plus 843,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOP 8X
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 5,405 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 4,054 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 4,047 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2024 3,266 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 3,260 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2023 2,029 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 227 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 227 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2021 98,355 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 98,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 98,345 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 98,345 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 98,345 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 98,345 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 98,345 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 97,734 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 96,553 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 95,294 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 94,212 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 93,397 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 91,007 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 88,394 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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MOP 8X is a 1987 Morgan Plus 8 in White with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1987 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 43,260 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 MOP 8X, 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 39 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 MOP 8X registered?

MOP 8X is a 1987 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 29 April 1987.

Is MOP 8X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOP 8X shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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