CarVerify

Free Car Check

S13 MOG

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Black Petrol 3946cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi
4 checks still locked for this Morgan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS13 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025
Pass 21 Mar 2024
Pass 22 Mar 2023 83,859 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 82,546 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 81,284 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 79,990 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 78,243 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 78,243 miles

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 76,439 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 76,439 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 75,379 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Unable to inspect front brake pads

Fail 9 Nov 2016 75,379 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Unable to inspect front brake pads

Pass 28 Oct 2015 73,210 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 73,210 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 72,358 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 70,808 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 69,839 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 69,839 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 67,702 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 67,702 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 66,309 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 66,309 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 63,324 miles

offside + nearside front wing support brackets broken

some play in the steering rack centre pinion

Pass 30 Aug 2008 60,475 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 60,475 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

nearside front wing guard bracket broken

some play in the steering rack

Pass 28 Aug 2007 55,136 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 49,990 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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
Full Morgan Plus 8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S13 MOG is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Black with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S13 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 S13 MOG?

You can check the full history of S13 MOG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S13 MOG registered?

S13 MOG is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S13 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S13 MOG shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S13 MOG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S13 MOG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.