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JCB 326

1988 Morgan Plus 8

Black Petrol 3532cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

62,527 mi
Last recorded62,527 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Morgan Plus 834,804 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCB 326
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,532cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 62,527 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

n/s shock link bush has slight play

Pass 21 May 2025 60,379 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 57,697 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 8 May 2024 57,697 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn King pin/bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 55,478 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 52,754 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 52,749 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 51,099 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 May 2021 51,099 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2020 50,756 miles
Fail 14 May 2020 50,756 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 49,607 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 45,062 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 43,183 miles

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 20 Apr 2017 43,183 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 4 May 2016 41,036 miles

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 38,589 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Apr 2015 38,589 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 35,381 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 33,165 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 29 Apr 2013 33,165 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2012 29,263 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 25,371 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 20,179 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 16,343 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 May 2009 16,343 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 11,503 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 8 May 2008 11,503 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 107,055 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 3,778 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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JCB 326 is a 1988 Morgan Plus 8 in Black with a 3,532cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 JCB 326, 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.

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What year was JCB 326 registered?

JCB 326 is a 1988 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 22 March 1988.

Is JCB 326 safe to buy?

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