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PHX 208L

1973 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

13,886 mi
Last recorded13,886 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 Morgan Plus 866,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHX 208L
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 13,886 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 13,745 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 13,041 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 13,002 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 12,559 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 12,559 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 May 2015 12,480 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 12,367 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 12,306 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 12,178 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 12,150 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 11,885 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 11,753 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 11,603 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 11,499 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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PHX 208L is a 1973 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1973 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 66,726 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 PHX 208L, 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 53 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PHX 208L?

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What year was PHX 208L registered?

PHX 208L is a 1973 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is PHX 208L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHX 208L shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PHX 208L have outstanding finance?

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