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MOG 51X

1982 Morgan 4/4

Cream Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2023
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

79,374 mi
Last recorded79,374 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 1982 Morgan 4/448,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOG 51X
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1982
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 79,374 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel Strong advice (2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 79,092 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2021 79,092 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside rear fog lamp not working

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 78,788 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2019 78,783 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 78,777 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 78,777 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 78,628 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 77,901 miles

both centre exhaust mounts broken

Pass 6 Sep 2014 76,911 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

alternator belt damaged and very loose

Fail 6 Sep 2014 76,911 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

alternator belt damaged and very loose

Pass 8 Aug 2013 75,541 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 75,539 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 74,824 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 74,822 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 74,302 miles

Coolant leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Aug 2011 74,302 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 73,584 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 70,623 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 70,623 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 69,592 miles

Coolant leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 68,426 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 66,694 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

steering box leaking oil

Fail 13 Sep 2005 66,655 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

middle exhaust front mount cracking

play in nearside front wheel

steering box leaking oil

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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MOG 51X is a 1982 Morgan 4/4 in Cream with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MOG 51X, 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 MOG 51X registered?

MOG 51X is a 1982 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 3 August 1982.

Is MOG 51X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOG 51X shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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