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DSU 518

1990 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

45,153 mi
Last recorded45,153 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Morgan 4/430,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSU 518
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 45,153 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 43,613 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 42,916 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 42,095 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 41,595 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 41,162 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 41,041 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 40,873 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 40,858 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front suspension kingpin has slight play

Pass 27 Jun 2018 40,539 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 40,135 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 39,226 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 37,715 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 37,715 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 36,657 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 36,638 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 35,344 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 35,329 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 33,830 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 33,107 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 31,622 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 30,566 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 29,356 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 27,251 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 25,524 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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DSU 518 is a 1990 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1990 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 30,906 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 DSU 518, 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 36 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 DSU 518?

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What year was DSU 518 registered?

DSU 518 is a 1990 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 12 April 1990.

Is DSU 518 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSU 518 shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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