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B3 JCJ

1996 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

38,579 mi
Last recorded38,579 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Morgan 4/424,517 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 JCJ
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 38,579 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 38,382 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 38,049 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 37,624 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 37,324 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 36,925 miles

Nearside Front It appears that wheel bearing needs adjustment

Pass 22 Aug 2018 36,081 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 36,081 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 35,733 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 35,059 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 34,321 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 33,048 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 32,249 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 31,754 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 30,837 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 28,789 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 26,014 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 23,028 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 20,462 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 16,118 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 13,227 miles

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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B3 JCJ is a 1996 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1996 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 24,517 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morgan 4/4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 666 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B3 JCJ, 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 30 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 B3 JCJ?

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What year was B3 JCJ registered?

B3 JCJ is a 1996 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 23 September 1996.

Is B3 JCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 JCJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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