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GVR 597V

1979 Morgan 4/4

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,345 mi
Last recorded4,345 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Morgan 4/447,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Morgan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVR 597V
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2019 4,345 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 4,182 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 3,986 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 3,622 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 3,328 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 2,860 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 1,241 miles

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

Oil leak

both front lower suspension sliding pin bushes slightly worn

centre exhaust mounting deteriorated

signs of nearside front tyre rubbing suspension arm

slight play in steering column ujs

Pass 7 Aug 2007 60 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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GVR 597V is a 1979 Morgan 4/4 in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 47,582 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 GVR 597V, 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 47 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 GVR 597V registered?

GVR 597V is a 1979 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 8 November 1979.

Is GVR 597V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVR 597V shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVR 597V have outstanding finance?

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