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S8 JEC

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

20,138 mi
Last recorded20,138 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 JEC
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2026 20,138 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Coolant leak

Pass 19 Sep 2019 20,050 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 18,750 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 18,087 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 17,529 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 16,147 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 15,560 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 15,426 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 15,380 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 14,924 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 14,207 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 13,572 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 12,812 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 12,315 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 12,151 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 11,751 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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S8 JEC is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S8 JEC, 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 S8 JEC?

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What year was S8 JEC registered?

S8 JEC is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 8 September 1998.

Is S8 JEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S8 JEC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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