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DS 7185

1998 Morgan Plus 4

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests38 (22 pass, 16 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

56,053 mi
Last recorded56,053 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 422,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS 7185
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

22 pass 16 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 56,053 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 56,053 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 53,925 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 51,705 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Fail 22 Mar 2024 51,705 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 49,366 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 49,366 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 46,314 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 43,316 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 43,316 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2020 40,882 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2020 40,882 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 38,148 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 38,148 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 35,650 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 35,650 miles

Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 32,614 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 32,614 miles

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 30,343 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 30,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 27,682 miles

All 4 tyres have slight cracking to sidewalls

Fail 21 Mar 2014 25,176 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 25,176 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 22,728 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 22,728 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 19,980 miles

Parking brake lever has excess travel

Pass 1 Apr 2011 17,298 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 17,298 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 26 Mar 2010 14,801 miles

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

Cracked flange exhaust downpipe/catalyser

Front Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 14,801 miles

Cracked flange exhaust downpipe/catalyser

Pass 3 Apr 2009 12,060 miles

OS front lower suspension stabiliser bar damaged/distorted

Fail 3 Apr 2009 12,060 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

OS front lower suspension stabiliser bar damaged/distorted

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 9,093 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 6,050 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 6,050 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 7 Sep 2006 5,905 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 5,905 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 5,413 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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DS 7185 is a 1998 Morgan Plus 4 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 38 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1998 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 22,768 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 DS 7185, 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 28 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS 7185 registered?

DS 7185 is a 1998 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 21 July 1998.

Is DS 7185 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS 7185 shows 38 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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