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HB 8580

1988 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

19,794 mi
Last recorded19,794 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Morgan 4/430,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHB 8580
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 19,794 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 19,655 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 19,539 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 19,537 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 19,514 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 19,444 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 19,077 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 18,164 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 17,129 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 15,145 miles

Radial cracking/crazing on all tyres fitted between the treads due to age of tyres.

Fail 24 Mar 2017 15,145 miles

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

Front Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Radial cracking and crazing between tread due to age of tyres.

Pass 14 Mar 2016 14,954 miles

All tyres fitted have slight crazing between treads due to age of tyres.

Pass 13 Mar 2015 14,648 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 14,456 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 14,185 miles

slight binding d side front wheel

Pass 19 Mar 2012 13,964 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 13,707 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 13,707 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 13,490 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 13,224 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 12,966 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 12,966 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 12,624 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 12,624 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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HB 8580 is a 1988 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1988 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 30,871 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 HB 8580, 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 38 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HB 8580?

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What year was HB 8580 registered?

HB 8580 is a 1988 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 7 October 1988.

Is HB 8580 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HB 8580 shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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