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MS 34

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

23,666 mi
Last recorded23,666 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMS 34
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 23,666 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 22,898 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 22,432 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 20,736 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 19,522 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 19,522 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2020 19,426 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 19,312 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 19,107 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 18,779 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 18,405 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 17,816 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 17,374 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 17,039 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 16,579 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 16,237 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 16,005 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 15,433 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 14,568 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 13,778 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 13,057 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 10,983 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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MS 34 is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1989 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 33,003 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 MS 34, 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 37 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 MS 34?

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What year was MS 34 registered?

MS 34 is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is MS 34 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MS 34 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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