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D971 XAB

1986 Morgan Plus 4

Cream Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,875 mi
Last recorded7,875 miles
Recorded on7 May 2008
Typical for 1986 Morgan Plus 443,787 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD971 XAB
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1986
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2008 7,875 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 7,678 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 7,650 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 7,549 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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D971 XAB is a 1986 Morgan Plus 4 in Cream with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 43,787 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 Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D971 XAB, 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 40 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 D971 XAB?

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What year was D971 XAB registered?

D971 XAB is a 1986 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 1 December 1986.

Is D971 XAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D971 XAB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D971 XAB have outstanding finance?

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