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J8 JLE

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 JLE
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2025
Pass 23 Aug 2024
Pass 18 Jul 2023
Pass 18 Jul 2022
Pass 23 Jul 2021
Pass 27 Jul 2020
Pass 5 Apr 2019
Pass 4 Apr 2018
Pass 23 Mar 2017
Pass 8 Sep 2015

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

tyres starting to perish

Pass 1 Oct 2014
Pass 11 Sep 2013

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Sep 2012

slight deterioration in centre sections of exhaust .

Pass 7 Sep 2011

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front coil springs have been greased

Pass 30 Jun 2009
Pass 3 Jul 2008
Pass 3 Jul 2007
Pass 27 Jun 2006 34,843 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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J8 JLE is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J8 JLE, 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 J8 JLE?

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What year was J8 JLE registered?

J8 JLE is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is J8 JLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 JLE shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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