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S389 LFR

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,568 mi
Last recorded32,568 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS389 LFR
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 32,568 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2025 32,568 miles

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

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 31,946 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 29,664 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 28,402 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 26,182 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 26,171 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2020 25,334 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 22,913 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 20,211 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 17,910 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 16,572 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 14,791 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 14,061 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 12,408 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 11,122 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 9,790 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 8,848 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 8,319 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 7,692 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 7,215 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 6,465 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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S389 LFR is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S389 LFR, 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 S389 LFR?

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What year was S389 LFR registered?

S389 LFR is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 5 November 1998.

Is S389 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S389 LFR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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