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A901 MVX

1983 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,164 mi
Last recorded27,164 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1983 Morgan 4/442,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA901 MVX
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,899cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 27,164 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both check/adjust future (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2025 27,163 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both check/adjust future (5.1.3 (a) (i))

osr drum back plate damp , no visible leaking under pressure , possible wheel cylinder ? effort slow to rise and effort down osr also

Pass 8 Oct 2024 26,950 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 26,479 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 26,411 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 26,411 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 25,608 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 25,141 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 24,710 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 24,588 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 23,415 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 22,723 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 20,704 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 20,704 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 18,995 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 16,901 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 13,473 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 13,473 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 9,010 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2011 9,010 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Both front discs rusty surfaces

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 7,024 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 2,085 miles

Both front inner wings, rear sections, corroded

Nearside front wing outer stabiliser corroded/unattached

Nearside rear fog lamp not working

Fail 4 Jul 2009 2,085 miles

Both front inner wings, rear sections, corroded

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside front wing outer stabiliser corroded/unattached

Nearside rear fog lamp not working

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 94,452 miles

wear in n/s king pin

Pass 2 Jul 2007 90,858 miles

wear in n/s king pin

Pass 21 Jun 2006 89,019 miles

wear in king pins

Pass 15 Jun 2005 87,007 miles

wear in both sides king pins

Fail 15 Jun 2005 87,007 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

wear in both sides king pins

How Reliable is the Morgan 4/4?

Based on 54,616 MOT tests across 3,966 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
597
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
3,966
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 666
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 458
Stop lamp not working 451
fog lamp not working 371
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 321
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A901 MVX is a 1983 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 42,906 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 4/4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 666 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A901 MVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan 4/4 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 43 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A901 MVX?

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What year was A901 MVX registered?

A901 MVX is a 1983 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 2 August 1983.

Is A901 MVX safe to buy?

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