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J1 PHP

2016 Morgan Plus 4

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,459 mi
Last recorded26,459 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Morgan Plus 49,423 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 PHP
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 26,459 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 26,452 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 22,149 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 18,577 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 16,609 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 14,987 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 14,987 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 14,248 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 14,235 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 14,230 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 10,950 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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J1 PHP is a 2016 Morgan Plus 4 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 9,423 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 J1 PHP, 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 10 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J1 PHP registered?

J1 PHP is a 2016 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 10 March 2016.

Is J1 PHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J1 PHP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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