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HFZ 535

1996 Morgan 4/4

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

34,484 mi
Last recorded34,484 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Morgan 4/424,517 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFZ 535
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 34,484 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 32,949 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 32,473 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 30,744 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 28,641 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 27,188 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 26,069 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 23,839 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 21,324 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 21,020 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 20,633 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 20,388 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 20,004 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 19,451 miles

exhaust centre support mounting debonded

front lower radiator support panel rusty

wipers poor

Pass 22 Jun 2012 18,286 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 18,034 miles

off side rear hub seal leaking oil

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 23 Jun 2010 17,644 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 16,946 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 16,915 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 16,089 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 13,460 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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HFZ 535 is a 1996 Morgan 4/4 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1996 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 24,517 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 HFZ 535, 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 30 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 HFZ 535 registered?

HFZ 535 is a 1996 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is HFZ 535 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFZ 535 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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