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RET 921X

1982 Morgan 4/4

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

59,598 mi
Last recorded59,598 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Morgan 4/448,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRET 921X
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 59,598 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 59,597 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 59,375 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 58,763 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 58,453 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 56,739 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 51,459 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 51,459 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 48,129 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 43,947 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 37,168 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 21 Jun 2013 37,168 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 37,034 miles

Nearside Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Slight movement in N/S/F lower steering joint

Pass 26 Aug 2010 36,862 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 36,522 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 36,522 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 36,501 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 36,448 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 36,331 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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RET 921X is a 1982 Morgan 4/4 in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1982 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 48,246 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 RET 921X, 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 44 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RET 921X?

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What year was RET 921X registered?

RET 921X is a 1982 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is RET 921X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RET 921X shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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