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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,555 cc

V8 RJSMOT history

V8 RJS is a blue petrol Morgan first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 43,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
43,981 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 RJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Morgan
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,555 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 RJS was last recorded at 43,981 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 1,446 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Sept 2008: 24,643 miles, lower than 99,713 miles on 16 Aug 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
42,535 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,446 miles
Average per year
1,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,981 miles
  • 2025 – 42,535 miles
  • 2024 – 41,446 miles
  • 2023 – 40,631 miles
  • 2022 – 39,385 miles
  • 2021 – 37,589 miles
  • 2020 – 34,750 miles
  • 2019 – 33,675 miles
  • 2018 – 32,298 miles
  • 2017 – 31,179 miles
  • 2016 – 30,398 miles
  • 2015 – 30,016 miles
  • 2014 – 29,081 miles
  • 2013 – 27,582 miles
  • 2012 – 26,789 miles
  • 2011 – 26,428 miles
  • 2010 – 25,826 miles
  • 2009 – 25,279 miles
  • 2008 – 24,643 miles
  • 2007 – 24,383 miles
  • 2006 – 21,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,981 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 wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Chip in screen (not swept area)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,981 miles (+1,446)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    43,981 miles
    Test number
    415508862151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass42,535 miles (+1,089)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    42,535 miles
    Test number
    338255011136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass41,446 miles (+815)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    41,446 miles
    Test number
    420979825778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass40,631 miles (+1,246)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    40,631 miles
    Test number
    136957805031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass39,385 miles (+1,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    39,385 miles
    Test number
    155695530630
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass37,589 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    37,589 miles
    Test number
    368240986356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass34,750 miles (+1,075)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    34,750 miles
    Test number
    333936427446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass33,675 miles (+1,377)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    33,675 miles
    Test number
    615486748441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,298 miles (+1,119)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    32,298 miles
    Test number
    974486417684
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass31,179 miles (+781)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    31,179 miles
    Test number
    474999841089
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front King pin has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight play in rack

  11. Pass30,398 miles (+382)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    30,398 miles
    Test number
    312593873953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryChip in screen (not swept area)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  12. Pass30,016 miles (+935)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,016 miles
    Test number
    257104868760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryChip in screen (not swept area)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass29,081 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,081 miles
    Test number
    319766924232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChip in screen (not swept area)

  14. Fail29,081 miles (+1,499)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,081 miles
    Test number
    905985024246
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChip in screen (not swept area)

  15. Pass27,582 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    27,582 miles
    Test number
    336541823290
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteWipers just starting to deteriorate

  16. Fail27,582 miles (+793)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,582 miles
    Test number
    148160223254
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  17. Pass26,789 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    26,789 miles
    Test number
    909854732227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteChip in screen (not swept area)
    • NoteRear tyres have different load and speed ratings

  18. Fail26,789 miles (+361)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,789 miles
    Test number
    739984532240
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteChip in screen (not swept area)
    • NoteRear tyres have different load and speed ratings

  19. Pass26,428 miles (+602)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    26,428 miles
    Test number
    999223541204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteChip in screen (not swept area)
    • NoteRear tyres have different speed ratings

  20. Pass25,826 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    25,826 miles
    Test number
    361335840223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  21. Fail25,826 miles (+547)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,826 miles
    Test number
    474185740262
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  22. Pass25,279 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,279 miles
    Test number
    180235149227
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play found in o/s/f wheel bearing
    • NoteSmall amount of play found in steering rack

  23. Fail25,279 miles (+636)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,279 miles
    Test number
    921035049296
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteSlight play found in o/s/f wheel bearing
    • NoteSmall amount of play found in steering rack

  24. Pass24,643 miles (-75,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,643 miles
    Test number
    402348248270
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass99,713 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    99,713 miles
    Test number
    112879828273
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Fail99,713 miles (+75,330)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,713 miles
    Test number
    300959328294
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass24,383 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,383 miles
    Test number
    364539947215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail24,376 miles (+3,186)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,376 miles
    Test number
    390347047434
    • FailureCentre Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteN/S front lower area of screen has a crack in it and a small chip

  29. Pass21,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    21,190 miles
    Test number
    373699446229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 RJS

Does V8 RJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 RJS is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 RJS?
The MOT on V8 RJS is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 RJS done?
V8 RJS was recorded at 43,981 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 1,138 miles a year.
Has V8 RJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 RJS has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2014.
Has the mileage on V8 RJS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Sept 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V8 RJS find?
V8 RJS passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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