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S56 KNW

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,669 mi
Last recorded21,669 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS56 KNW
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 21,669 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 20,104 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 19,273 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 10,832 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 10,278 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 10,212 miles

nearside front tyre cracking slightly on tread

Fail 7 Jun 2016 10,212 miles

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

nearside front tyre cracking slightly on tread

Pass 19 Sep 2014 9,385 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 9,259 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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S56 KNW is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 S56 KNW, 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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How do I check the history of S56 KNW?

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What year was S56 KNW registered?

S56 KNW is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 19 October 1998.

Is S56 KNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S56 KNW shows 9 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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