MOT Status
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87,417 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel also slight play on universal joint, from column to steering box (2.3 (a) (i))
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
Offside Rear slight bind
headlamps effected by indicator o/s
Steering column top mounting has slight play
Steering system lightly rubbing Both front wheels (2.2.D.2a)
os chassis has started to crack but is not considered excessive advise repair
underbody suspension is heavily waxoiled making inspection hard
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Morgan 4/4?
Based on 54,616 MOT tests across 3,966 vehicles.
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HJD 817W is a 1980 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1980 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 45,404 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 HJD 817W, 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 46 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was HJD 817W registered?
HJD 817W is a 1980 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 August 1980.
Is HJD 817W safe to buy?
The MOT history for HJD 817W shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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