CarVerify

Free Car Check

R117 ULE

1998 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 2000cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

38,996 mi
Last recorded38,996 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Morgan 4/422,043 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Morgan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 ULE
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 38,996 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 38,693 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 36,769 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 36,351 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 36,351 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 35,861 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 35,861 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 34,912 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 34,912 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 32,081 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 32,081 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 30,368 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 28,914 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 27,723 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 26,189 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 24,938 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 24,895 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 21,233 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 20,163 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 17,980 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 16,367 miles

exhaust bobbins poor

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
Full Morgan 4/4 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R117 ULE is a 1998 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1998 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 22,043 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 R117 ULE, 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 28 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R117 ULE?

You can check the full history of R117 ULE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R117 ULE registered?

R117 ULE is a 1998 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is R117 ULE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R117 ULE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R117 ULE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R117 ULE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.