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SVK 823Y

1983 Morgan Plus 8

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

30,318 mi
Last recorded30,318 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1983 Morgan Plus 850,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVK 823Y
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 30,318 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange joints (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 4 Jun 2026 30,311 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange joints (6.1.2 (a))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 26,306 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 26,294 miles

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 23,866 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 21,361 miles

Exhaust mounting defective all mounting perrished (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2022 18,887 miles

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 16,238 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 13,559 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 11,497 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 9,196 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2018 9,196 miles

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

Upper Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 7,728 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 5,476 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 4,054 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 2,087 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 538 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 14 May 2013 538 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 99,462 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 May 2011 97,683 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 95,974 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 92,843 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 86,287 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 862,658 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 28 Apr 2008 86,238 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

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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SVK 823Y is a 1983 Morgan Plus 8 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1983 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 50,560 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 SVK 823Y, 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 43 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 SVK 823Y registered?

SVK 823Y is a 1983 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is SVK 823Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVK 823Y shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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