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E394 GWP

1988 Morgan 4/4

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

14,278 mi
Last recorded14,278 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Morgan 4/430,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE394 GWP
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 14,278 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 14,260 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 14,128 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 14,053 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 13,808 miles

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

top steering Colum bearing slight play

Pass 26 Oct 2020 13,775 miles

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

slight play in steering Colum top bearing

Pass 25 Oct 2019 13,534 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 13,302 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 13,177 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 12,934 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 12,736 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 12,462 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 12,198 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 11,722 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 11,454 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 11,339 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 11,095 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 10,812 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 10,445 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 10,222 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 9,048 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 8,992 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

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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E394 GWP is a 1988 Morgan 4/4 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1988 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 30,871 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 E394 GWP, 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 38 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 E394 GWP registered?

E394 GWP is a 1988 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 5 May 1988.

Is E394 GWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E394 GWP shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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