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D550 DWP

1987 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,630 mi
Last recorded61,630 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1987 Morgan 4/437,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD550 DWP
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 61,630 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 60,953 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 59,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Reflector corroding (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Reflector corroding (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 57,868 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 May 2013 57,735 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 57,536 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 57,240 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 56,416 miles

Slight play in N/S lower king pin bush/bearing when hanging free.

Fail 15 Jan 2009 55,996 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 55,996 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 53,680 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 53,680 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 51,491 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Jan 2007 51,491 miles

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

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2006 48,855 miles

Front brake performance very low, but overall efficency adequate for test purposes.

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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D550 DWP is a 1987 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 37,188 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 D550 DWP, 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 39 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D550 DWP registered?

D550 DWP is a 1987 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 9 July 1987.

Is D550 DWP safe to buy?

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