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GLA 877J

1971 Morgan 4/4

Orange Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,398 mi
Last recorded42,398 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Morgan 4/453,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLA 877J
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 42,398 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 40,757 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 40,757 miles

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 39,363 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 37,286 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 34,712 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 33,506 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 31,953 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 28,467 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 25,855 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 22,778 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 19,436 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 15,867 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 15,867 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2013 13,267 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 13,267 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 11,309 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 9,597 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 8,194 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 6,125 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 5,172 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 3,350 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 1,547 miles

Offside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 17 Jul 2006 1,547 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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GLA 877J is a 1971 Morgan 4/4 in Orange with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 53,161 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 GLA 877J, 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 55 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GLA 877J?

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What year was GLA 877J registered?

GLA 877J is a 1971 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 7 May 1971.

Is GLA 877J safe to buy?

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