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S869 TKR

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,015 mi
Last recorded46,015 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS869 TKR
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 46,015 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 45,975 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 42,171 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 37,542 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 32,497 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 32,497 miles

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 30,503 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 29,165 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2021

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2009 28,975 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 28,191 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 26,869 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 25,514 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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S869 TKR is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 S869 TKR, 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

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What year was S869 TKR registered?

S869 TKR is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 10 September 1998.

Is S869 TKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S869 TKR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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