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VU02 OXM

2002 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

13,040 mi
Last recorded13,040 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Morgan Plus 817,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 OXM
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year2002
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 13,040 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Mar 2026

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 12,843 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 12,830 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 12,725 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 12,589 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 12,481 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 12,478 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 11,969 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 11,632 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 11,266 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

coolant leak from rad

Pass 11 Mar 2016 11,128 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 10,847 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 10,173 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 9,339 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 9,022 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 8,072 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 7,213 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 6,213 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 5,885 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 4,447 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 3,228 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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VU02 OXM is a 2002 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 17,450 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 VU02 OXM, 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 24 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU02 OXM?

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What year was VU02 OXM registered?

VU02 OXM is a 2002 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is VU02 OXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU02 OXM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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