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D56 JOU

1986 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,703 mi
Last recorded14,703 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Morgan 4/432,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD56 JOU
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 14,703 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

interior mirror badly positioned, and obstructing drivers view (in middle of screen)

Pass 4 Jul 2024 14,415 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

interior mirror badly positioned

Fail 2 Jul 2024 14,412 miles

Front Towbar obstructing the registration plate so that it is unreadable bumper obstructing (6.1.6 (f) (ii))

Rear Towbar obstructing the registration plate so that it is unreadable bumper obstructing (6.1.6 (f) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

interior mirror badly positioned

Pass 28 Jun 2023 14,098 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 13,850 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 13,755 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 13,411 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 12,938 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 12,369 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 12,085 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 11,315 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 10,555 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 10,555 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 9,239 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 9,239 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 7,378 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 7,378 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 6,961 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 6,943 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 6,863 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 6,640 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 6,456 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 6,167 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 5,991 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 5,975 miles
Pass 14 May 2005 5,904 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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D56 JOU is a 1986 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 D56 JOU, 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 D56 JOU registered?

D56 JOU is a 1986 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D56 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D56 JOU shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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