MORGAN PLUS MOT pass rate
91.4% of 3,493 MORGAN PLUS MOT tests pass.
The PLUS's pass rate of 91.4% is in line with the average across all MORGAN models, at 91.4%.
The MORGAN PLUS passes its MOT 91.4% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 92.2% at 3–6 years versus 90.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (29) | 29 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 92.2% | 399 | 7,883 miles |
| 6–10 years | 94.0% | 601 | 12,817 miles |
| 10–15 years | 90.8% | 458 | 18,364 miles |
| 15+ years | 90.6% | 2,006 | 34,449 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MORGAN PLUS
The most common reason the MORGAN PLUS fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 60.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 60.9% | Not working |
| Brakes | 35.6% | Excessively binding |
| Steering | 18.1% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 17.3% | Carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits |
| Visibility | 12.4% | Not working |
| Tyres | 5.9% | Seriously damaged |
| Suspension | 4.3% | Swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn |
| Identification of the vehicle | 4.3% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Body, chassis, structure | 2.7% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.1% | Not functioning as intended |
Related MORGAN models
- MORGAN 4/4 — 89.7% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MORGAN PLUS?
- 91.4% of MORGAN PLUS MOT tests pass, based on 3,493 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MORGAN PLUS?
- The most common reason the MORGAN PLUS fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 60.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the MORGAN PLUS's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MORGAN service history guide for how to check and keep one.