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OSU 424

1994 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,418 mi
Last recorded39,418 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 Morgan Plus 823,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSU 424
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 39,418 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 38,979 miles

Central Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 14 Dec 2023 38,632 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 37,741 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 35,806 miles

Fuel hose chafing near fuel tank (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 32,790 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 31,511 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2019 31,510 miles

Steering wheel likely to become detached Probably loose nut (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 26,789 miles

no reverse light

Fail 5 Oct 2018 26,789 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

no reverse light

Pass 20 Sep 2017 25,240 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2016 24,987 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 24,452 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2014 23,890 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 22,104 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 22,104 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 21,320 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 20,441 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 20,137 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 19,828 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 17,837 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 17,837 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 16,329 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 15,127 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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OSU 424 is a 1994 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OSU 424, 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

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What year was OSU 424 registered?

OSU 424 is a 1994 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is OSU 424 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSU 424 shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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