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N171 RNH

1996 Morgan Plus 4

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

45,910 mi
Last recorded45,910 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Morgan Plus 422,055 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN171 RNH
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 45,910 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 45,838 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 45,713 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 43,870 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 43,247 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 43,040 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 42,566 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 42,376 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 41,031 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 38,282 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 May 2014 35,187 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 35,187 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2013 33,223 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 May 2012 31,992 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 31,948 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 May 2011 24,765 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 24,726 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 11 May 2010 19,453 miles

interior of the vehicle has an accumalation of debris close to a refusal to test being issued

rear brake application is slightly uneven

under side of the vehicle is coated in thick black underseal making inspection difficult

zone b of the windscreen has an obstruction which in my opinion does not obstruct view of the road , reccomend removal

Pass 24 Apr 2009 15,995 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 15,995 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 13,031 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 9,236 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 9,236 miles

Rear fog lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.6d)

Pass 16 May 2006 4,527 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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N171 RNH is a 1996 Morgan Plus 4 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1996 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 22,055 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 N171 RNH, 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 30 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was N171 RNH registered?

N171 RNH is a 1996 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 2 January 1996.

Is N171 RNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N171 RNH shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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