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SFM 8V

1997 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests30 (20 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,215 mi
Last recorded20,215 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Morgan 4/420,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFM 8V
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 10 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 20,215 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 18,080 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2025 18,078 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 17,084 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 15,670 miles

EXHAUST EMISSIONS JUST MEETING REQUIRED GUIDELINES - VERY LOW ANNUAL MILEAGE USE - ADVISE ATTENTION PRIOR TO NEXT INSPECTION

Offside Rear Handbrake performance JUST MEETING REQUIRED GUIDELINES FOR EFFICIENCY & IMBALANCE - WILL REQUIRE ATTENION PRIOR TO NEXT INSPECTION.

Pass 7 Dec 2021 14,763 miles

Offside Rear handbrake effort low

Fail 7 Dec 2021 14,763 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear handbrake effort low

Pass 18 Dec 2020 13,718 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2020 13,718 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 11,720 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 10,472 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 9,168 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 9,168 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 76,098 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 62,067 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 1,672 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 1,664 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 51,515 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Jun 2013 51,505 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 49,013 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 49,013 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 45,441 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 41,376 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 41,347 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 16 Jun 2009 39,479 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 39,479 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 34,752 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2008 34,737 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 31,533 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 30,002 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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SFM 8V is a 1997 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SFM 8V, 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 SFM 8V registered?

SFM 8V is a 1997 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is SFM 8V safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFM 8V shows 30 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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