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SSU 560

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,905 mi
Last recorded66,905 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSU 560
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 66,905 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 66,099 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 65,276 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 64,202 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 62,842 miles

Steering column lower bearing has considerable play but not affecting vehicle control.

Pass 15 Jul 2020 61,544 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 61,544 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 60,134 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 56,868 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 56,868 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 55,228 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 55,228 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 52,036 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 50,489 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 49,044 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 49,040 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 47,579 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2013 47,579 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2013 47,563 miles

Offside Outer Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Coolant leak

Pass 12 Jul 2012 46,516 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 45,605 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 44,724 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 43,774 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 42,708 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 41,986 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 40,895 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges.close to limit

Pass 14 Jul 2005 38,763 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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SSU 560 is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 SSU 560, 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

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What year was SSU 560 registered?

SSU 560 is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 17 July 1989.

Is SSU 560 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSU 560 shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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