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R94 HWS

1998 Morgan Plus 4

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

4,324 mi
Last recorded4,324 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Morgan Plus 422,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR94 HWS
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2025 4,324 miles

Nearside Rear Slight play in clamp.

Offside Rear Slight play in clamp.

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 4,251 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim pattern faded

Nearside Leaf spring clamps have slight movement

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim pattern faded

Offside Leaf spring clamps have slight movement

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Spare tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 3,881 miles

Central Rear Spare wheel tyre perished/cracked.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear leaf spring clamps have slight movement.

Pass 9 Sep 2021 3,595 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Radiator has corrosion, not leaking

Rear N/S and O/S Leaf spring clamp has slight movement

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Spare tyre cracked/perished

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 2,561 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring clamp has slight movement

Offside Rear Leaf spring clamp has slight movement

Radiator corroded, not leaking

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Spare tyre defective Cracked/perished ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 924 miles

Radiator corroded but not leaking

Fail 23 Apr 2019 924 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Radiator corroded but not leaking

Pass 17 Apr 2018 375 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 46,984 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 45,311 miles

oil around rocker cover

Pass 7 Apr 2015 43,521 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 43,513 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 40,695 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 39,331 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 39,331 miles

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 38,389 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 37,269 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 35,719 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 33,968 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 33,089 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 31,587 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 30,036 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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R94 HWS is a 1998 Morgan Plus 4 in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R94 HWS, 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.

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What year was R94 HWS registered?

R94 HWS is a 1998 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R94 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R94 HWS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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