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MWD 581V

1980 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,700 mi
Last recorded48,700 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Morgan 4/445,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWD 581V
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 48,700 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 47,868 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 47,266 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 46,325 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 46,323 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven service and park giving much less performance than offside. (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear fog lamp not working both. (1.3.2b)

Slight wear/play in steering box.

Pass 14 May 2015 45,478 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 44,804 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 43,985 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 43,401 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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MWD 581V is a 1980 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MWD 581V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MWD 581V registered?

MWD 581V is a 1980 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 17 April 1980.

Is MWD 581V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWD 581V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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