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G559 TNC

1989 Morgan Plus 4

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

66,235 mi
Last recorded66,235 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1989 Morgan Plus 438,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG559 TNC
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 66,235 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 66,175 miles

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements wrong colour (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements wrong colour (0.1 (d))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 65,497 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 65,377 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 85,325 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 65,159 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 64,776 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2016 64,569 miles

Oil leak gear box ()

Fail 19 Sep 2016 64,561 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak gear box ()

Pass 28 Sep 2015 63,859 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 63,648 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 63,307 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 62,692 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 62,005 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 61,686 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 61,555 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 61,485 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 61,485 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 11 Apr 2008 61,121 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 61,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Mar 2007 60,628 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 60,628 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 56,051 miles

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 4?

Based on 23,769 MOT tests across 1,962 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 137
Stop lamp not working 124
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
fog lamp not working 100
Headlamp aim too high 80
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G559 TNC is a 1989 Morgan Plus 4 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1989 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 38,966 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 Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G559 TNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 37 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G559 TNC registered?

G559 TNC is a 1989 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 20 October 1989.

Is G559 TNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G559 TNC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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