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HIG 2218

1987 Morgan 4/4

Cream Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

42,050 mi
Last recorded42,050 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Morgan 4/437,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIG 2218
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1987
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 42,050 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 39,631 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 38,240 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 35,283 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 33,539 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 31,920 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 30,805 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 73,162 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 72,436 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 72,250 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 71,737 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 71,400 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 70,263 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 70,244 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 69,550 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 68,375 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 66,932 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 66,751 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 66,698 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 66,698 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil sump in poor condition

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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HIG 2218 is a 1987 Morgan 4/4 in Cream with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1987 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 37,188 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 HIG 2218, 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 39 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 HIG 2218?

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What year was HIG 2218 registered?

HIG 2218 is a 1987 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 16 September 1987.

Is HIG 2218 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIG 2218 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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