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E836 CFJ

1988 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,945 mi
Last recorded22,945 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Morgan Plus 834,804 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE836 CFJ
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1988
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 22,945 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 22,088 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 21,622 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 20,525 miles

Offside Front fog lamp innop

oil leak

Pass 15 Nov 2021 20,128 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 19,484 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 18,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 17,792 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 17,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 14,536 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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E836 CFJ is a 1988 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 34,804 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 E836 CFJ, 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 38 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E836 CFJ?

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What year was E836 CFJ registered?

E836 CFJ is a 1988 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 5 May 1988.

Is E836 CFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E836 CFJ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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