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PAB 277Y

1982 Morgan 4/4

Gold Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

52,303 mi
Last recorded52,303 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1982 Morgan 4/448,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAB 277Y
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 52,303 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 52,150 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 52,058 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 51,971 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 51,743 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 51,581 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 51,291 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 50,969 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 50,587 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 50,017 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 49,390 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Rear Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 48,857 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 48,190 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 47,296 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 46,790 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 45,839 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 45,839 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

nearside rear service brake performance lower than offside but still ok

Pass 5 Oct 2009 44,708 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

car been standing

large under covers

nearside rear foot and hand/brake reading low and not locking

Pass 3 Oct 2008 43,462 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 42,289 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both head/light aims on upper limit

engine running lean see sheet

large under trays

nearside side/light came on when taped

offside rear hand brake reading lower than nearside rear

Pass 2 Nov 2006 40,394 miles

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 38,711 miles

all four tyres fitted to the vehicle are worn to the 1.6mm legal limit

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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PAB 277Y is a 1982 Morgan 4/4 in Gold with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 PAB 277Y, 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 PAB 277Y registered?

PAB 277Y is a 1982 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 3 December 1982.

Is PAB 277Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAB 277Y shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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