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F488 SHG

1988 Morgan Plus 4

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,635 mi
Last recorded39,635 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Morgan Plus 426,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF488 SHG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 39,635 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 39,385 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 39,298 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 37,902 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 37,514 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 36,264 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 34,360 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 33,315 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 33,307 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 31,976 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 31,959 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likey to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 30,810 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 30,204 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 29,633 miles

tyres starting to age crack

Pass 7 Aug 2009 27,282 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 25,331 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 23,486 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 20,148 miles

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 4?

Based on 23,769 MOT tests across 1,962 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 137
Stop lamp not working 124
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
fog lamp not working 100
Headlamp aim too high 80
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F488 SHG is a 1988 Morgan Plus 4 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 26,004 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F488 SHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 38 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F488 SHG?

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What year was F488 SHG registered?

F488 SHG is a 1988 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F488 SHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F488 SHG 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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