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R839 TLM

1997 Morgan 4/4

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

69,150 mi
Last recorded69,150 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Morgan 4/420,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR839 TLM
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 69,150 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024
Pass 11 Dec 2023
Fail 8 Dec 2023

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 64,998 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 63,367 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 62,309 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 61,306 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 61,306 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 59,138 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 57,385 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 56,329 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 55,085 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 54,304 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 52,707 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 49,400 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 46,550 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 43,591 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 41,042 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 41,041 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 37,330 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 33,237 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 33,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 29,236 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 23,322 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 23,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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R839 TLM is a 1997 Morgan 4/4 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morgan 4/4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 666 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R839 TLM, 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 R839 TLM registered?

R839 TLM is a 1997 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R839 TLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R839 TLM shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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