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OBW 526

1983 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,005 mi
Last recorded31,005 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2021
Typical for 1983 Morgan 4/442,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBW 526
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2021 31,005 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 30,857 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 30,553 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 29,810 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 29,750 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 28,883 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 28,781 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 27,411 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 27,246 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 26,197 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 26,071 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 24,979 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 24,586 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 23,815 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 23,388 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 22,914 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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OBW 526 is a 1983 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 42,906 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 OBW 526, 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 43 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OBW 526?

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What year was OBW 526 registered?

OBW 526 is a 1983 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 April 1983.

Is OBW 526 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBW 526 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OBW 526 have outstanding finance?

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