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KVK 53X

1982 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,508 mi
Last recorded52,508 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 1982 Morgan 4/448,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVK 53X
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 52,508 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

slight leak rear diff

Pass 3 Jun 2014 52,171 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 51,416 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 12 May 2012 50,478 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 50,476 miles

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

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

battery insecure

Pass 16 May 2011 48,949 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 48,886 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 48,885 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 48,734 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 48,734 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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KVK 53X is a 1982 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 48,246 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 KVK 53X, 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 44 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 KVK 53X registered?

KVK 53X is a 1982 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 February 1982.

Is KVK 53X safe to buy?

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