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V8 WHY

2004 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,875 mi
Last recorded50,875 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Morgan Plus 812,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 WHY
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 50,875 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 49,077 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 47,851 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jan 2024 47,851 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 45,982 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 44,431 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 42,710 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 41,859 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 39,690 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 37,220 miles

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated Small Hole (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 34,765 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 34,765 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2015 32,291 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 32,291 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 30,349 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 27,516 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 24,183 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 24,183 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 20,610 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 17,678 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 17,678 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 13,999 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 10,265 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 10,265 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 8,153 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 6,048 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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V8 WHY is a 2004 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 12,130 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 V8 WHY, 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 22 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V8 WHY registered?

V8 WHY is a 2004 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is V8 WHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 WHY shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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