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RUG 705W

1981 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

50,686 mi
Last recorded50,686 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1981 Morgan 4/447,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUG 705W
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 50,686 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 47,790 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 46,598 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 45,501 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 44,418 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 43,715 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 42,938 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 41,234 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 39,960 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 37,067 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 35,567 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 34,442 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 33,061 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 31,765 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 30,273 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 27,972 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 27,972 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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RUG 705W is a 1981 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1981 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 47,362 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 RUG 705W, 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 45 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 RUG 705W?

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What year was RUG 705W registered?

RUG 705W is a 1981 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is RUG 705W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUG 705W shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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