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GRO 711N

1975 Morgan Plus 4

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

50,036 mi
Last recorded50,036 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRO 711N
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 50,036 miles

Nearside Front wheel fouling part of vehicle on left lock

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front drivers seat pad insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hazard switch only operates near side lamps

Fail 17 Sep 2019 50,036 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front wheel fouling part of vehicle on left lock

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front drivers seat pad insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hazard switch only operates near side lamps

Pass 2 Oct 2018 50,017 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2018 50,016 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. can not slide drivers seat forward / backward (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure driver seat pad insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 49,909 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 49,909 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 49,860 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 49,853 miles

Braking system leaking by master cylinder (3.6.A.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 49,703 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Electrical wiring deteriorated but not exposing bare wires (1.9.2c)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Oil leak from rear differential

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Surface corrosion to suspension & hub components

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

Fail 29 Jul 2015 49,703 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Electrical wiring deteriorated but not exposing bare wires (1.9.2c)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Oil leak from rear differential

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Surface corrosion to suspension & hub components

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

Pass 1 May 2014 49,624 miles

Electrical wiring deteriorated but not exposing bare wires (1.9.2c)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Slight oil weep from rear differential

Surface corrosion to suspension,stering & hub components

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

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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GRO 711N is a 1975 Morgan Plus 4 in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRO 711N, 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 51 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GRO 711N registered?

GRO 711N is a 1975 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 1 February 1975.

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