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A13 YAA

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Black Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,455 mi
Last recorded12,455 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 YAA
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 12,455 miles

Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 12,087 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 11,886 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 11,876 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 10,709 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 10,685 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 10,501 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 9,890 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 9,127 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

fuel cap difficult to open

Pass 9 Aug 2011 8,975 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 8,549 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 7,644 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 7,644 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 22 Jul 2008 6,810 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 6,810 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 5,988 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 5,547 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 5,175 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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A13 YAA is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Black with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 18,408 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 A13 YAA, 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 28 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 A13 YAA registered?

A13 YAA is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is A13 YAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 YAA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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