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BMV 963Y

1983 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

48,184 mi
Last recorded48,184 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2009
Typical for 1983 Morgan 4/442,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMV 963Y
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2009 48,184 miles

Brake lever locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

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

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Front Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

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

Rear Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

OIL LEAK REAR DIFF

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 47,914 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 47,914 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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BMV 963Y is a 1983 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 BMV 963Y, 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 BMV 963Y?

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What year was BMV 963Y registered?

BMV 963Y is a 1983 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 4 February 1983.

Is BMV 963Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMV 963Y shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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