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FWP 242X

1981 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,683 mi
Last recorded99,683 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Morgan 4/447,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWP 242X
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2020 99,683 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 99,667 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 99,661 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 99,655 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 99,633 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 99,627 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 99,599 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 99,598 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 99,579 miles

Offside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Rear Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 99,573 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Rear Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 99,550 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 99,538 miles

Offside Rear Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 99,532 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and fouling (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2009 98,958 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 98,956 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 98,264 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 97,600 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 97,007 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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FWP 242X is a 1981 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 47,362 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 FWP 242X, 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 45 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 FWP 242X registered?

FWP 242X is a 1981 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 25 November 1981.

Is FWP 242X safe to buy?

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