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4 HXW

1998 Morgan Plus 8

Red Petrol 4555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,366 mi
Last recorded21,366 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 818,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration4 HXW
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,555cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 21,366 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 20,701 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 20,147 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 19,179 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 17,829 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 17,363 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 16,994 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 16,890 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 16,567 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 16,063 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 15,709 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 13,127 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 12,679 miles

Offside rear brake binding

Suspect exhaust system is only temporily fitted for MOT

Fail 20 Aug 2011 12,357 miles

Both inner steering arm bushes slightly derteriorated

Nearside Inner Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Inner Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside rear brake drum maybe be binding slightly but is difficult to test due to limited slip diff

Stoplamp switch poorly adjusted but brake lights do come on when brake pedal is depressed

Pass 20 Aug 2011 12,357 miles

Both inner steering arm bushes slightly derteriorated

Offside rear brake drum maybe be binding slightly but is difficult to test due to limited slip diff

Stoplamp switch poorly adjusted but brake lights do come on when brake pedal is depressed

Pass 18 Sep 2010 11,835 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 9,305 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 8,271 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 6,843 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 6,781 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Inner Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 5,813 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 5,041 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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4 HXW is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8 in Red with a 4,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 4 HXW, 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 4 HXW registered?

4 HXW is a 1998 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is 4 HXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 4 HXW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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