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R33 MGN

1999 Morgan Plus 8

Maroon Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,086 mi
Last recorded43,086 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Morgan Plus 818,798 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR33 MGN
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 43,086 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 41,902 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 41,902 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2023 40,570 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 39,016 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 37,035 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 35,657 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 34,273 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 31,924 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 26,593 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 21,860 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 16,383 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 16,259 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 14,995 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 13,912 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 12,869 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 10,860 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 10,860 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 8,586 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 7,093 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 7,093 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 5,311 miles

slight noise on drivers side front wheel bearing advise att

Pass 16 Aug 2007 1,950 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 24,464 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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R33 MGN is a 1999 Morgan Plus 8 in Maroon with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 18,798 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 R33 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 27 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R33 MGN registered?

R33 MGN is a 1999 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 2 September 1999.

Is R33 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R33 MGN shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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