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OBV 474X

1981 Morgan 4/4

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,528 mi
Last recorded81,528 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Morgan 4/447,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBV 474X
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 81,528 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 81,258 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 80,023 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 79,549 miles

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

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

chassis corroded

coolant leak

front wheel arches damaged

Fail 22 Jun 2010 79,549 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

chassis corroded

coolant leak

front wheel arches damaged

Pass 19 Jun 2009 78,528 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front wheel arches damaged/corroded

Fail 15 Jun 2009 78,528 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front wheel arches damaged/corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2008 78,108 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s chassis rail "lip" corroded

o/s/f wheel arch corroded

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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OBV 474X is a 1981 Morgan 4/4 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 47,362 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 OBV 474X, 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 45 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 OBV 474X registered?

OBV 474X is a 1981 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 27 October 1981.

Is OBV 474X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBV 474X shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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