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F87 JBA

1989 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,414 mi
Last recorded30,414 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1989 Morgan 4/432,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF87 JBA
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 30,414 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 30,250 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 29,973 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 29,970 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 29,729 miles

nearside rear tyre splitting inner sidewall

Fail 26 May 2020 29,727 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

nearside rear tyre splitting inner sidewall

Pass 13 May 2019 29,425 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 29,137 miles

all four tyres deteriorating and cracking slightly

front wiper blades splitting on ends, although still adequately clearing screen

Pass 13 May 2017 28,955 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 28,955 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2016 28,727 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 28,641 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 28,203 miles

all tyers slightly perished

Pass 3 May 2013 27,794 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 27,735 miles

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

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

all tyers perished

Pass 27 Apr 2011 27,543 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 26,615 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 11 May 2009 25,839 miles

rear no plate

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 May 2008 24,937 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 9 May 2007 24,116 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 24,116 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 8 May 2006 22,893 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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F87 JBA is a 1989 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1989 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 32,350 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 F87 JBA, 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 37 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F87 JBA registered?

F87 JBA is a 1989 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 January 1989.

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