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R231 EUG

1997 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

45,825 mi
Last recorded45,825 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Morgan 4/420,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 EUG
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 45,825 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 45,791 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 45,243 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 44,923 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 43,954 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 43,707 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 43,533 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 43,259 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017
Pass 25 Jul 2016 42,504 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 41,115 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 38,021 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 34,566 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 10,000 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 26,747 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 25,778 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 23,691 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 23,483 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 13 Aug 2009 23,483 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 21,330 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 19,838 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 18,429 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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R231 EUG is a 1997 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1997 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 20,703 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 R231 EUG, 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 29 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 R231 EUG registered?

R231 EUG is a 1997 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R231 EUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R231 EUG 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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