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D976 FWS

1987 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,692 mi
Last recorded15,692 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 1987 Morgan 4/437,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD976 FWS
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 15,692 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 15,625 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 15,377 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 15,226 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 15,225 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 14,781 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 14,775 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 14,542 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 14,290 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 13,912 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2013 13,878 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 13,654 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 13,450 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 13,450 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 13,271 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 13,064 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play to n.s.f lower kingpin

Fail 7 Dec 2009 13,064 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play to n.s.f lower kingpin

Pass 14 Nov 2008 12,866 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 12,633 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 12,633 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 12,284 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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D976 FWS is a 1987 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 D976 FWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D976 FWS registered?

D976 FWS is a 1987 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is D976 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D976 FWS shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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