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FAB 593S

1978 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

48,586 mi
Last recorded48,586 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 Morgan 4/450,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAB 593S
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 48,586 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

nearside front tyre slightly rubbing on body in full lock.

Pass 15 May 2015 48,571 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 48,481 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 11 Jun 2013 48,481 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Coolant leak

Pass 20 Apr 2012 48,468 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 48,468 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 48,431 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 48,431 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

play in steering box also oil leak

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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FAB 593S is a 1978 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1978 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 50,999 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 FAB 593S, 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 48 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FAB 593S registered?

FAB 593S is a 1978 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is FAB 593S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAB 593S shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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