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K18 JAW

1992 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

47,516 mi
Last recorded47,516 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1992 Morgan Plus 828,360 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK18 JAW
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 47,516 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 46,938 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fuel pipes perished.

Fail 16 Apr 2025 46,930 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear fuel hose perished.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 46,907 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 46,269 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 45,657 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 45,032 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 44,556 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 44,504 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 44,075 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 44,033 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 1 Dec 2016 43,267 miles

Rear fuel pipe cracking

Pass 27 Nov 2015 43,223 miles

rear fuel hose cracking

Pass 4 Dec 2014 42,950 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 42,713 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 42,240 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 42,236 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 41,229 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 39,981 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 39,236 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 39,236 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 38,662 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 36,525 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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K18 JAW is a 1992 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1992 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 28,360 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 K18 JAW, 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 34 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K18 JAW registered?

K18 JAW is a 1992 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 6 August 1992.

Is K18 JAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K18 JAW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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