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R843 TLM

1997 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

17,186 mi
Last recorded17,186 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Morgan 4/420,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR843 TLM
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 17,186 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 17,036 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 16,839 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 16,700 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 16,543 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 16,253 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 16,068 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 15,714 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 15,399 miles

wiper blades have slightly deteriorated

Fail 4 Jul 2016 15,322 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle touching the exhaust (4.1.D.2)

rear exhaust has a loose joint

wiper blades have slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 Jul 2015 15,001 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 14,661 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2013 14,462 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 13,988 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 13,520 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 13,134 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 12,822 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 11,950 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 11,254 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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R843 TLM is a 1997 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R843 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 R843 TLM registered?

R843 TLM is a 1997 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 12 December 1997.

Is R843 TLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R843 TLM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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