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L333 MOG

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,287 mi
Last recorded58,287 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL333 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 58,287 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 56,725 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 58,697 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 56,614 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 56,300 miles

Coolant leak rad ()

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

Fail 8 Sep 2022 56,300 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Coolant leak rad ()

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 55,269 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 54,566 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 54,504 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 54,497 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 49,699 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 48,054 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 44,839 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 44,250 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 40,658 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 36,696 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 26 Jun 2012 33,238 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2011 30,980 miles

10% n/s/f sidelight in-op

Pass 7 Jun 2010 28,679 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 25,775 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 24,301 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 24,301 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 22,011 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 19,109 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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L333 MOG is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 L333 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 28 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L333 MOG registered?

L333 MOG is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is L333 MOG safe to buy?

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