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WSM 557

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Blue Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

13,273 mi
Last recorded13,273 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSM 557
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 13,273 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 13,211 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 13,166 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 13,161 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 13,155 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2021 12,973 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 12,947 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 12,913 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 12,237 miles

atten o/s handbrake

Pass 20 Apr 2017 11,866 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 11,269 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 11,181 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 11,164 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 11,110 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 10,872 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 10,608 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 10,347 miles

Both end cap seals to steering rack leaking

Exhaust mounts split both sides

Pass 16 Apr 2010 9,892 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 9,261 miles

wing lights not in good working order.

Pass 16 Feb 2008 8,790 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 7,845 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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WSM 557 is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Blue with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 WSM 557, 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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What year was WSM 557 registered?

WSM 557 is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is WSM 557 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSM 557 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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