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UGW 1M

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,253 mi
Last recorded13,253 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGW 1M
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2013 13,253 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 13,221 miles

free play detected at steering wheel

Fail 2 Apr 2012 13,221 miles

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

free play detected at steering wheel

Pass 31 Mar 2011 13,047 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 12,767 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 12,452 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 12,160 miles

coolant leak from radiator, cooling system requires attention

dampness at brake pipe pressure switch at offside front chassis (no visable leak found at time of test) recommend further attention

deep cut/split in nearside rear tyre tread

Pass 18 Jan 2007 11,860 miles

cut nearside rear tyre tread

dampness at brake pipe pressure switch

Pass 7 Dec 2005 11,329 miles

cut/split in nearside rear tyre tread

Fail 6 Dec 2005 11,329 miles

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

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

cut/split in nearside rear tyre tread

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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UGW 1M is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UGW 1M, 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 UGW 1M registered?

UGW 1M is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is UGW 1M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGW 1M shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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