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J18 MGN

1991 Morgan Plus 8

Cream Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

101,072 mi
Last recorded101,072 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Morgan Plus 832,623 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 MGN
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1991
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 101,072 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 98,957 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 93,396 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear service brake effort lagging in operation

parking brake effort significantly uneven

Pass 18 Apr 2023 91,446 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 90,464 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 89,672 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 89,499 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 88,488 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 87,375 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 86,365 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 86,365 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 83,438 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 79,822 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 79,822 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 May 2014 73,163 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 70,696 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 66,819 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 63,530 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2011 63,530 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 62,929 miles

Rear number plate legible at 20m from car on level ground, but not when closer to vehicle.

Pass 1 Apr 2009 60,329 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2009 60,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 57,333 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 57,333 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 55,010 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 54,320 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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J18 MGN is a 1991 Morgan Plus 8 in Cream with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1991 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 32,623 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 8 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J18 MGN, 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 35 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J18 MGN registered?

J18 MGN is a 1991 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 1 October 1991.

Is J18 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J18 MGN shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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