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VAB 890R

1976 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,648 mi
Last recorded11,648 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 1976 Morgan 4/446,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAB 890R
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 11,648 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Apr 2017 11,648 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 11,407 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 10,982 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Jul 2013 10,513 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 10,124 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 9,797 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2010 8,413 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 7,469 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 6,292 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 5,331 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 4,063 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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VAB 890R is a 1976 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1976 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 46,896 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 VAB 890R, 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 50 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VAB 890R registered?

VAB 890R is a 1976 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 17 November 1976.

Is VAB 890R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAB 890R shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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