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DS55 MOG

2008 Morgan Plus 4

Maroon Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,410 mi
Last recorded38,410 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Morgan Plus 416,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS55 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year2008
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 38,410 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 36,878 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 36,862 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing Brake pedal rubber split not staying on pedal (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 34,783 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 32,233 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 32,229 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2021 31,595 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 30,832 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 30,598 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 30,295 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 29,045 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 27,223 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 24,458 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 24,458 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 21,436 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 17,682 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 13,908 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 13,908 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 10,066 miles

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 4?

Based on 23,769 MOT tests across 1,962 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 137
Stop lamp not working 124
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
fog lamp not working 100
Headlamp aim too high 80
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DS55 MOG is a 2008 Morgan Plus 4 in Maroon with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 16,636 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 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS55 MOG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 18 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DS55 MOG registered?

DS55 MOG is a 2008 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 14 October 2008.

Is DS55 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS55 MOG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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