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P88 MOG

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

20,484 mi
Last recorded20,484 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP88 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 20,484 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 20,132 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 19,609 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 19,349 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 18,557 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 18,012 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 18,008 miles

Brake performance not tested unable to test due to rear brake bind (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested engine over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 17,335 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 17,317 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 16,324 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 16,110 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 15,520 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 14,846 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 14,136 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 13,058 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 11,675 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 10,884 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 9,744 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 8,915 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 8,445 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 7,582 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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P88 MOG is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P88 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

How do I check the history of P88 MOG?

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What year was P88 MOG registered?

P88 MOG is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 24 July 1998.

Is P88 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P88 MOG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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