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WAR 52W

1980 Morgan 4/4

Cream Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,423 mi
Last recorded28,423 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Morgan 4/445,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAR 52W
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1980
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 28,423 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 28,139 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 27,265 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 27,014 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 20 Jun 2016 27,014 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 16 Jun 2015 26,927 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 26,927 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 26,663 miles

offside front brake binding on slightly

Pass 20 Jun 2013 26,199 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 25,675 miles

nearside front wheel slightly distorted

Fail 22 Jun 2012 25,675 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front wheel slightly distorted

Pass 17 Jun 2011 25,392 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 25,391 miles

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 24,756 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 24,058 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 23,379 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 23,373 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Various oil leaks

Pass 9 Jun 2007 22,318 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 22,316 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

clutch anti slip pad missing

front bumper bracket broken

Pass 7 Jun 2006 21,208 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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WAR 52W is a 1980 Morgan 4/4 in Cream with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 45,404 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 WAR 52W, 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 46 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WAR 52W registered?

WAR 52W is a 1980 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 6 November 1980.

Is WAR 52W safe to buy?

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