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H8 VMH

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Purple Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

17,250 mi
Last recorded17,250 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 VMH
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 17,250 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 16,390 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 16,033 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 15,655 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 15,192 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 14,703 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 14,137 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 13,517 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 12,993 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 12,454 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 11,909 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 112,635 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 10,399 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 9,125 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 8,683 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 8,679 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 7,592 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2008 7,033 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 6,175 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 52,179 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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H8 VMH is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Purple with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 H8 VMH, 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

How do I check the history of H8 VMH?

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What year was H8 VMH registered?

H8 VMH is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is H8 VMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H8 VMH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H8 VMH have outstanding finance?

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