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MYC 19

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Silver Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,947 mi
Last recorded73,947 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYC 19
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 73,947 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 69,528 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 64,241 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 62,598 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 58,320 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 57,643 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 55,972 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 55,972 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 46,905 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 45,601 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 44,425 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2016 44,425 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 37,087 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 34,717 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 32,755 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 31,798 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 31,798 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 30,018 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 27,658 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 27,658 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 25,732 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 24,062 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 22,770 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 20,700 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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MYC 19 is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Silver with a 3,950cc 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 MYC 19, 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 MYC 19?

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What year was MYC 19 registered?

MYC 19 is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is MYC 19 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MYC 19 shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MYC 19 have outstanding finance?

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