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D986 FWS

1987 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,461 mi
Last recorded27,461 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 1987 Morgan 4/437,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD986 FWS
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 27,461 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 27,461 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside x 2 (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 23,762 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 20,111 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

slight oil leak n/s rear brake backplate

Pass 13 Jan 2014 20,111 miles

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

slight oil leak n/s rear brake backplate

Pass 14 Jan 2013 19,005 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 16,627 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 15,217 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 14,330 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 10,334 miles

N/s kingpin worn

Pass 28 Mar 2007 7,693 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 7,556 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 7,556 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Fail 16 Feb 2006 7,556 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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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D986 FWS is a 1987 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 37,188 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 D986 FWS, 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 39 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 D986 FWS registered?

D986 FWS is a 1987 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 6 April 1987.

Is D986 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D986 FWS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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