Morgan 4/4 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Morgan 4/4 car check
Is the Morgan 4/4 reliable? We analysed 54,616 real MOT tests across 3,966 vehicles to find out.
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The Morgan 4/4 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake binding, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Morgan 4/4.
Morgan 4/4 — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Morgan 4/4 — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 1796cc
- Power
- 114 BHP
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Car
- Common colour
- Blue
- Wheel plan
- 2 Axle Rigid Body
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- CO2 output
- 196 g/km Band J
- Emission class
- 3
- Road tax (12 mo.)
- £300
- Road tax (6 mo.)
- £165
Morgan 4/4 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Morgan 4/4. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Morgan 4/4 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Morgan 4/4 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Morgan 4/4 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Morgan 4/4 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Morgan 4/4 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Morgan 4/4 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Morgan 4/4 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Morgan 4/4 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 226 | 88.9% | 4,198 | 6,862 | 12,837 |
| 2017 | 299 | 91.6% | 3,805 | 6,030 | 11,340 |
| 2016 | 352 | 87.5% | 4,933 | 9,208 | 15,251 |
| 2015 | 337 | 87.8% | 3,975 | 7,347 | 12,265 |
| 2014 | 386 | 88.1% | 6,490 | 11,202 | 18,285 |
| 2013 | 366 | 87.4% | 5,428 | 10,084 | 22,508 |
| 2012 | 437 | 88.8% | 10,017 | 15,478 | 21,327 |
| 2011 | 663 | 89.0% | 7,714 | 12,336 | 22,146 |
| 2010 | 670 | 89.4% | 7,815 | 14,065 | 23,582 |
| 2009 | 807 | 86.0% | 10,118 | 15,627 | 23,102 |
| 2008 | 1,001 | 88.1% | 10,126 | 16,041 | 24,082 |
| 2007 | 819 | 88.3% | 6,858 | 12,546 | 20,376 |
| 2006 | 1,301 | 88.5% | 8,748 | 14,995 | 22,406 |
| 2005 | 774 | 82.9% | 10,760 | 20,154 | 30,893 |
| 2004 | 1,265 | 88.0% | 8,193 | 16,813 | 29,688 |
| 2003 | 1,896 | 87.2% | 9,852 | 16,735 | 26,900 |
| 2002 | 2,455 | 86.3% | 9,192 | 16,994 | 27,382 |
| 2001 | 2,703 | 85.9% | 11,980 | 20,575 | 31,167 |
| 2000 | 3,502 | 86.0% | 11,349 | 19,384 | 32,503 |
| 1999 | 2,540 | 87.4% | 13,275 | 23,076 | 35,208 |
How Long Does a Morgan 4/4 Last?
Based on 3,966 Morgan 4/4 vehicles on UK roads.
Morgan 4/4 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Morgan 4/4 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Morgan 4/4
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
98.3% MOT pass rate from 60 tests
76.6% MOT pass rate from 561 tests
The best year to buy a used Morgan 4/4 is 1937, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 98.3% across 60 tests. The 1977 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Morgan 4/4 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan 4/4 THIS CAR | 84.6% | 54,616 | 25,048 mi | 58 yrs |
| Morgan Plus 4 | 85.6% | 23,769 | 17,689 mi | 72 yrs |
| Morgan Plus 8 | 85.5% | 22,733 | 26,389 mi | 57 yrs |
| Morgan Roadster | 87.3% | 9,560 | 14,710 mi | 22 yrs |
| Land Rover Range Rover Evoque R-dyn S D A | 88.1% | 28,914 | 32,635 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Morgan Plus 4 (85.6% pass rate) and the Morgan Plus 8 (85.5% pass rate), the Morgan 4/4 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Morgan 4/4Should you buy a used Morgan 4/4?
The Morgan 4/4 has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.6% across 54,616 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Morgan 4/4 are brake binding (666 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (458), and stop lamp not working (451). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Morgan 4/4 owner drives around 597 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Morgan 4/4 models stay on UK roads for around 58 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.