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R815 AKM

1997 Morgan Plus 4

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

17,044 mi
Last recorded17,044 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Morgan Plus 420,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR815 AKM
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 17,044 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 17,017 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 16,982 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 16,863 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 16,726 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 16,551 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 16,215 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 15,941 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 15,562 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 15,315 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 15,123 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 14,936 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 14,761 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 14,583 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 14,407 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 14,273 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 14,036 miles

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

Front exhaust flange deteriated

Pass 15 Jul 2008 14,036 miles

Front exhaust flange deteriated

Pass 24 Jul 2007 13,807 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 13,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 13,576 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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R815 AKM is a 1997 Morgan Plus 4 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R815 AKM, 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.

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What year was R815 AKM registered?

R815 AKM is a 1997 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R815 AKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R815 AKM shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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