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VWS 15

1979 Morgan Plus 4

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

62,234 mi
Last recorded62,234 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1979 Morgan Plus 453,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWS 15
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 62,234 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2025 62,231 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 61,742 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 61,738 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 61,602 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 61,600 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 61,599 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 61,596 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2015 61,390 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Apr 2014 61,110 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 61,110 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 60,692 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 60,692 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 60,682 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 60,682 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 60,661 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 60,661 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 60,444 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 60,444 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 60,436 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 60,436 miles

Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 58,536 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 57,377 miles

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 4?

Based on 23,769 MOT tests across 1,962 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 137
Stop lamp not working 124
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
fog lamp not working 100
Headlamp aim too high 80
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VWS 15 is a 1979 Morgan Plus 4 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1979 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 53,004 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 Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VWS 15, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 47 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VWS 15 registered?

VWS 15 is a 1979 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 3 May 1979.

Is VWS 15 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWS 15 shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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