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J686 CYO

1991 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

11,884 mi
Last recorded11,884 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1991 Morgan 4/429,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ686 CYO
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 11,884 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 11,871 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2020 11,871 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 11,638 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 11,638 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Steering locking device ineffective drag arm ball joint lock nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2015 11,629 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 11,629 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

windscreen wipers smear slightly but does not affect view of the road

Pass 8 May 2014 11,451 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all wiper blades deteriorated but still clearing view of road.Advise replacing

ball joint on the steering box has a damaged dust cover not yet to fail criteria but very close

both dips on min marks

centre exhaust rubber broken but system still secure

o/s lower radiator supporting rubber mount has broken.Advise replacing

rear silencer starting to deteriorate

slight grab n/s/f brake but not yet to excess

sump dented and slight oil leak from engine

Pass 14 May 2013 11,212 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear silencer starting to deteriorate.Attention needed soon

sump dented and slight oil leak on engine

wiperblade deteriorated(fold down screen fitted)

Pass 24 May 2012 11,069 miles

all steering joints dust covers deteriorated very close to limit and heavily coated with grease making it hard to check fully

all wipers deteriorated advise replacing as has a opening type screen so not part of inspection

Fail 24 May 2012 11,069 miles

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

all steering joints dust covers deteriorated very close to limit and heavily coated with grease making it hard to check fully

all wipers deteriorated advise replacing as has a opening type screen so not part of inspection

Pass 26 May 2011 11,042 miles

n/s/f suspension bottom bearing/swivel slight play

Fail 26 Apr 2011 11,039 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

n/s/f suspension bottom bearing/swivel slight play

Pass 7 Apr 2010 11,025 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 10,949 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 10,949 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 10,904 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 10,773 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 10,656 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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J686 CYO is a 1991 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 J686 CYO, 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.

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What year was J686 CYO registered?

J686 CYO is a 1991 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 20 September 1991.

Is J686 CYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J686 CYO shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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