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R281 YEC

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,087 mi
Last recorded23,087 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2009
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 YEC
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2009 23,087 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 20,984 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 18,533 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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R281 YEC is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R281 YEC, 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 R281 YEC?

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What year was R281 YEC registered?

R281 YEC is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R281 YEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R281 YEC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R281 YEC have outstanding finance?

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