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CCL 18

1981 Morgan 4/4

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,843 mi
Last recorded69,843 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Morgan 4/447,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCL 18
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 69,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 69,312 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn on outer tread

Pass 8 Jul 2019 68,797 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn slightly on outer tread

Pass 27 Jun 2018 67,018 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn slightly on outer tread

Pass 28 Jun 2017 66,260 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 65,069 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 64,852 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 64,852 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 63,721 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 62,853 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 62,853 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 61,941 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 61,201 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 60,619 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 59,524 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 58,725 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 58,158 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 57,593 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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CCL 18 is a 1981 Morgan 4/4 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1981 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 47,362 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 CCL 18, 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 45 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 CCL 18?

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What year was CCL 18 registered?

CCL 18 is a 1981 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 16 October 1981.

Is CCL 18 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCL 18 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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