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OWP 835Y

1983 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,923 mi
Last recorded46,923 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 1983 Morgan 4/442,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWP 835Y
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 46,923 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 46,885 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 46,844 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 46,694 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 46,497 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 46,345 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 46,201 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 46,007 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 45,723 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 45,300 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 45,123 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 44,642 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 44,322 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 43,967 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 43,570 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 43,570 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 43,021 miles

slight bind on n/s rear brake

Pass 8 Sep 2008 42,482 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 42,482 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 41,747 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 41,269 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 40,264 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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OWP 835Y is a 1983 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OWP 835Y, 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 OWP 835Y?

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What year was OWP 835Y registered?

OWP 835Y is a 1983 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is OWP 835Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWP 835Y shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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