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R730 AKR

1998 Morgan 4/4

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

27,026 mi
Last recorded27,026 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Morgan 4/422,043 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR730 AKR
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 27,026 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracked at the edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 27,001 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 26,977 miles

Both rear brakes have a very slight bind.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres beginning to crack and perish at the edges and on the side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 26,896 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 26,817 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 26,814 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 26,683 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 26,358 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 26,305 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 25,859 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 25,879 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 25,642 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 25,642 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 25,452 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 25,082 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 24,342 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 23,401 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 22,160 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 22,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 18 Apr 2008 21,147 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 21,147 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 20,406 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 19,821 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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R730 AKR is a 1998 Morgan 4/4 in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R730 AKR, 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

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What year was R730 AKR registered?

R730 AKR is a 1998 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R730 AKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R730 AKR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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