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N585 LHY

1996 Morgan Plus 4

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

4,659 mi
Last recorded4,659 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Morgan Plus 422,055 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN585 LHY
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 4,659 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 4,627 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 4,597 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 4,540 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 4,506 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 4,472 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 4,396 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 4,396 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 4,356 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 4,347 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 4,319 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 4,308 miles

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)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 4,228 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 4,220 miles

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)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 4,172 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2014 4,036 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 4,036 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 4,025 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 3,986 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 3,958 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 3,934 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 3,824 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 3,671 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 3,604 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

wet round n/s/r brake drum

Pass 1 Aug 2006 3,557 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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N585 LHY is a 1996 Morgan Plus 4 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 N585 LHY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N585 LHY?

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What year was N585 LHY registered?

N585 LHY is a 1996 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 5 February 1996.

Is N585 LHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N585 LHY shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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