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XDE 871T

1979 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,823 mi
Last recorded62,823 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 1979 Morgan 4/447,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDE 871T
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 62,823 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 62,629 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 62,262 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 61,519 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 60,977 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 60,717 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2012 60,606 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 60,144 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 58,406 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 58,406 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 57,976 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 57,540 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 57,269 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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XDE 871T is a 1979 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1979 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 47,582 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 XDE 871T, 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 47 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XDE 871T?

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What year was XDE 871T registered?

XDE 871T is a 1979 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 20 January 1979.

Is XDE 871T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDE 871T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XDE 871T have outstanding finance?

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