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S875 ETN

1998 Morgan 4/4

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

79,210 mi
Last recorded79,210 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Morgan 4/422,043 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS875 ETN
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 79,210 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 78,372 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 76,686 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 76,686 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps All 4 number plate lights not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 74,893 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 71,144 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective x 3 (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2021 71,144 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing MBH1040 (1.1.2 (c))

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective x 3 (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 70,299 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 68,977 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 3 May 2019 68,906 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 64,775 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 61,387 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 61,387 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 20 May 2016 58,514 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 57,633 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 57,033 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 52,200 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 52,200 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 49,705 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 49,705 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 43,386 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 43,386 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 42,010 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 42,008 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 39,891 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 35,080 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 35,070 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 34,782 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 29,614 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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S875 ETN is a 1998 Morgan 4/4 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 S875 ETN, 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 S875 ETN?

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What year was S875 ETN registered?

S875 ETN is a 1998 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is S875 ETN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S875 ETN shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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