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XWS 794V

1979 Morgan Plus 4

Cream Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,176 mi
Last recorded38,176 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 Morgan Plus 453,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWS 794V
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1979
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 38,176 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 37,919 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 36,991 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 36,322 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 35,911 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 35,363 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine oil leak

Fail 28 Feb 2014 35,363 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2013 35,127 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2013 35,127 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 34,827 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 33,934 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2010 33,408 miles

brake fluid low

n/s front hub some free play

o/s rear back plate damp

Pass 12 Mar 2009 32,950 miles

slight engine oil leak

Pass 8 Mar 2008 32,525 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 31,679 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 31,055 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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XWS 794V is a 1979 Morgan Plus 4 in Cream with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XWS 794V, 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

How do I check the history of XWS 794V?

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What year was XWS 794V registered?

XWS 794V is a 1979 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 10 November 1979.

Is XWS 794V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWS 794V shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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