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VBD 440

1999 Morgan Plus 8

Orange Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,401 mi
Last recorded23,401 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Morgan Plus 818,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBD 440
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc
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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 23,401 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 23,313 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 23,274 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 23,266 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 23,182 miles

track rod end rubber gaitors slightly perished

Pass 24 Aug 2020 23,164 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 23,143 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 23,115 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 23,043 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 22,743 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 22,620 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 22,206 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 22,206 miles

Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 22,014 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 22,014 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 4 Aug 2012 21,440 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 21,440 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 19,684 miles

Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 19,684 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 18,815 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 16,656 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 15,204 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 13,915 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 13,437 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 13,434 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column shaft retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

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

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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VBD 440 is a 1999 Morgan Plus 8 in Orange with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 18,798 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 VBD 440, 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 27 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VBD 440 registered?

VBD 440 is a 1999 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is VBD 440 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBD 440 shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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