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L657 VAF

1993 Morgan Plus 4

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,675 mi
Last recorded22,675 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Morgan Plus 430,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL657 VAF
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 22,675 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 22,668 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 22,661 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 22,610 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2022 22,608 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 22,468 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 22,332 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 21,702 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 21,116 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 20,552 miles

age related cracks in all 4 tyres

Pass 10 Jun 2016 19,925 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 19,634 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 19,346 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all tyres slightly perished

diff damp

rear exhaust rubbers perished

Fail 10 Jun 2014 19,346 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all tyres slightly perished

diff damp

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear exhaust rubbers perished

Pass 7 Jun 2013 19,124 miles

oil leaks from gear box, rear diff and n/s/r half shaft oil seal

Fail 6 Jun 2013 19,124 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

oil leaks from gear box, rear diff and n/s/r half shaft oil seal

Pass 8 Jun 2012 1,897 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 18,771 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2010 18,580 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2009 18,426 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 18,356 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 18,356 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 4?

Based on 23,769 MOT tests across 1,962 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 137
Stop lamp not working 124
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
fog lamp not working 100
Headlamp aim too high 80
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L657 VAF is a 1993 Morgan Plus 4 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1993 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 30,080 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L657 VAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 33 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L657 VAF registered?

L657 VAF is a 1993 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 1 December 1993.

Is L657 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L657 VAF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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