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CWP 956W

1981 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,953 mi
Last recorded50,953 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 1981 Morgan 4/447,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWP 956W
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 50,953 miles

Bodywork in poor condition at time of test.

Front Both wheels have corroded spokes

Nearside Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside seat in poor condition

Pass 15 Aug 2016 49,886 miles

mud guards rusty

Fail 26 Jul 2016

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

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

mud guards rusty

Pass 17 Aug 2015 47,847 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 47,847 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 43,087 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 39,665 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 32,552 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 27,877 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 24,811 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 17,031 miles

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 9,084 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 2,246 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 2,246 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 93,652 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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CWP 956W is a 1981 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CWP 956W, 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

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What year was CWP 956W registered?

CWP 956W is a 1981 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is CWP 956W safe to buy?

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