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R15 MOG

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,263 mi
Last recorded27,263 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR15 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 27,263 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 27,142 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 26,681 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 26,270 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 26,270 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018
Pass 25 Apr 2017 25,094 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 22,527 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 21,070 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 20,186 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 20,077 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 18,989 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 18,189 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 17,611 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 17,392 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 17,389 miles

Offside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 16,824 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 15,284 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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R15 MOG is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R15 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.

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What year was R15 MOG registered?

R15 MOG is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R15 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R15 MOG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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