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Morgan Aero 8

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 4,398 cc

V44 AROMOT history

V44 ARO is a green petrol Morgan Aero 8 first used on 27 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 56,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
56,116 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V44 ARO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Morgan
Model
Aero 8
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V44 ARO was last recorded at 56,116 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 716 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,400 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
716 miles
Average per year
1,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,116 miles
  • 2025 – 55,400 miles
  • 2019 – 52,299 miles
  • 2018 – 51,685 miles
  • 2017 – 48,455 miles
  • 2016 – 47,241 miles
  • 2015 – 44,361 miles
  • 2014 – 42,532 miles
  • 2013 – 40,279 miles
  • 2012 – 37,569 miles
  • 2011 – 32,720 miles
  • 2010 – 31,948 miles
  • 2009 – 30,763 miles
  • 2008 – 28,877 miles
  • 2007 – 27,429 miles
  • 2006 – 25,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,116 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,116 miles (+716)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    56,116 miles
    Test number
    456377069520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass55,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    55,400 miles
    Test number
    891957260296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail55,397 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,397 miles
    Test number
    122489098717
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    337856008873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake warning light illuminated

  5. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    101385377506
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake warning light illuminated

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    390017088143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    743677746461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    166268609161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    245151531728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,299 miles (+614)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    52,299 miles
    Test number
    366185736407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,685 miles (+3,230)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    51,685 miles
    Test number
    231243358742
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake applies poor effort, peaks high then drops
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding

  12. Pass48,455 miles (+1,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,455 miles
    Test number
    362906471127
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joints

  13. Pass47,241 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    47,241 miles
    Test number
    819989022857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp insecure
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail47,241 miles (+2,880)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,241 miles
    Test number
    380394393196
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp insecure
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass44,361 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    44,361 miles
    Test number
    107986540286
    • AdvisorySteering arms have play in inner joints

  16. Fail44,361 miles (+1,829)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,361 miles
    Test number
    877891258779
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySteering arms have play in inner joints

  17. Pass42,532 miles (+2,253)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    42,532 miles
    Test number
    679522674280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,279 miles (+2,710)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    40,279 miles
    Test number
    269494973227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,569 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,569 miles
    Test number
    836675272271
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail37,565 miles (+4,845)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,565 miles
    Test number
    398865272222
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass32,720 miles (+772)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,720 miles
    Test number
    486982071229
    • NoteFull underneath of vehicle is covered

  22. Pass31,948 miles (+1,185)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,948 miles
    Test number
    322963740224
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s exhaust rear rubber poor

  23. Pass30,763 miles (+1,886)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,763 miles
    Test number
    502709659218
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass28,877 miles (+1,448)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,877 miles
    Test number
    324079168431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail27,429 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,429 miles
    Test number
    384891247255
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass27,429 miles (+1,459)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,429 miles
    Test number
    773021247207
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass25,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,970 miles
    Test number
    541304856275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V44 ARO

Does V44 ARO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V44 ARO is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V44 ARO?
The MOT on V44 ARO is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V44 ARO done?
V44 ARO was recorded at 56,116 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 1,505 miles a year.
Has V44 ARO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V44 ARO has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V44 ARO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V44 ARO find?
V44 ARO passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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