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H286 VDT

1991 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,441 mi
Last recorded40,441 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Morgan 4/429,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH286 VDT
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 40,441 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 40,007 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 39,715 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn King pin (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn King pin (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2023 39,715 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn King pin (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn King pin (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 39,502 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Kingpin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Kingpin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 39,099 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 39,099 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 38,797 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 38,645 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 38,074 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 37,595 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 36,468 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 36,468 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 35,479 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 32,627 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 31,750 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 30,805 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 29,171 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 24,921 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 22,746 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 22,746 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 20,691 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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H286 VDT is a 1991 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1991 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 29,418 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 H286 VDT, 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 35 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H286 VDT?

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What year was H286 VDT registered?

H286 VDT is a 1991 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 26 June 1991.

Is H286 VDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H286 VDT shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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