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D453 MHS

1986 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,359 mi
Last recorded30,359 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Morgan 4/432,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD453 MHS
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 30,359 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 28,628 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 26,675 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 26,179 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 23,992 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 23,992 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 23,558 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 23,452 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 21,316 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 17,765 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 14,867 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 11,629 miles

both front wheel bearings have play

steering box shaft has some lift

Pass 9 Apr 2015 7,920 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 4,604 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 4,579 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 393 miles

some up and down play in steering box drop arm shaft

Fail 16 Mar 2012 97,894 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 97,894 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 93,457 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 90,834 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 86,433 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 86,433 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 82,873 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 82,873 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Windscreen & wipers not fitted at time of test

Fail 5 Jan 2007 79,221 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside front brake hose just touches suspension arn on lock.

Pass 5 Jan 2007 79,221 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside front brake hose just touches suspension arn on lock.

Pass 16 Jan 2006 75,650 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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D453 MHS is a 1986 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 D453 MHS, 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 D453 MHS registered?

D453 MHS is a 1986 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 September 1986.

Is D453 MHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D453 MHS shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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