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DRL 400K

1972 Morgan 4/4

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

82,848 mi
Last recorded82,848 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 1972 Morgan 4/453,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRL 400K
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 82,848 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2021 82,845 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2016 82,798 miles

some surface corrosion of chassis

Pass 25 Apr 2015 82,649 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 21 May 2009 82,532 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 82,532 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 82,253 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 82,253 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 9 Jun 2008 82,159 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 80,913 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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DRL 400K is a 1972 Morgan 4/4 in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 53,015 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 DRL 400K, 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 54 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DRL 400K registered?

DRL 400K is a 1972 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 12 May 1972.

Is DRL 400K safe to buy?

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