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R556 BNH

1997 Morgan Plus 4

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

27,711 mi
Last recorded27,711 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 420,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 BNH
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 27,711 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2025 27,685 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 27,526 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 27,386 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 26,946 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 26,522 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 26,522 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated Inner face. (1.1.14 (b))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 25,802 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 25,149 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 25,149 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 23,554 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 21,934 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 21,934 miles

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 21,080 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 21,021 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2015 19,109 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 17,712 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 15,084 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 14,079 miles

Exhaust cotton reel support mounting split

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 12,651 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 11,374 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 10,476 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 9,067 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 7,878 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 5,702 miles

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 4?

Based on 23,769 MOT tests across 1,962 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 137
Stop lamp not working 124
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
fog lamp not working 100
Headlamp aim too high 80
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R556 BNH is a 1997 Morgan Plus 4 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1997 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 20,276 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 Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R556 BNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 29 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R556 BNH?

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What year was R556 BNH registered?

R556 BNH is a 1997 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R556 BNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 BNH shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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