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C631 SWP

1986 Morgan 4/4

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests29 (17 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate58.6%

Mileage

250 mi
Last recorded250 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1986 Morgan 4/432,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC631 SWP
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 12 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 250 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 250 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 42 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 99,901 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 99,901 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 99,666 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 99,593 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 99,593 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 99,360 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 99,360 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 99,282 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 99,282 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 99,061 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 99,061 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 98,428 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jul 2016 98,428 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 22 May 2015 98,086 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 98,086 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2014 97,209 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 96,600 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 96,032 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Nov 2011 96,032 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 95,897 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 95,897 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 93,552 miles

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 93,552 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 92,248 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 92,247 miles

Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 91,253 miles

Some play in king pins or bushes ?.

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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C631 SWP is a 1986 Morgan 4/4 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.6%.

Across all 1986 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 32,712 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 C631 SWP, 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 40 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C631 SWP registered?

C631 SWP is a 1986 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 21 March 1986.

Is C631 SWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C631 SWP shows 29 tests with a 58.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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