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R5 RJD

1997 Morgan Plus 4

White Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,157 mi
Last recorded66,157 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 420,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 RJD
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 66,157 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 65,136 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 65,136 miles

Steering column attachment defective uj fixing to steering rack fixing loose (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play fixing loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 63,701 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2023 63,701 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 62,581 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 59,204 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020
Pass 4 Apr 2019 56,031 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 53,079 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 53,079 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively all 3 (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 49,627 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure to chassis (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 45,870 miles

clutch pedal anti slip missing

Fail 25 Feb 2016 45,870 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Brake pipe inadequately clipped front to rear at font (3.6.B.1)

clutch pedal anti slip missing

Pass 9 Feb 2015 42,967 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 40,094 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 38,361 miles

minor oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2011 33,066 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 27,055 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 22,365 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 18,105 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 13,471 miles

SOME BULLET CONNECTORS ON WIRING UNDERNEATH CAR ARE SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION

Pass 21 Oct 2006 12,372 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 9,114 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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R5 RJD is a 1997 Morgan Plus 4 in White with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R5 RJD, 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

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What year was R5 RJD registered?

R5 RJD is a 1997 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 8 December 1997.

Is R5 RJD safe to buy?

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