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G11 MOG

1989 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

29,319 mi
Last recorded29,319 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 833,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG11 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 29,319 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 29,009 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 28,539 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 28,146 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 27,450 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

rear road springs worn but not seriously weakened.

Pass 24 Sep 2020 27,022 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 26,703 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 25,854 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 25,743 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 25,743 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 25,455 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 25,271 miles

slight perishing and cracking to offside fuel filler hose.

Pass 23 Jun 2015 24,908 miles

Offside engine mounting bracket fractured but not likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 24,745 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 24,576 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 24,317 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

four road tyres have sidewall splits

Pass 27 Jun 2012 24,317 miles

four road tyres have sidewall splits

Pass 17 Jun 2011 23,894 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 23,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 23,568 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 23,248 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 22,864 miles

Outer Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 22,864 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 22,434 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 22,077 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 22,077 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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G11 MOG is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1989 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 33,003 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 8 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G11 MOG, 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 37 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G11 MOG registered?

G11 MOG is a 1989 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G11 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G11 MOG shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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