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SP09 DTU

2009 Morgan Plus 4

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,182 mi
Last recorded31,182 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Morgan Plus 415,867 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 DTU
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 31,182 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 30,793 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 30,793 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Reverse light not working

Pass 16 Apr 2024 30,270 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 30,270 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2023 30,104 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Mar 2023 30,104 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 29,398 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 28,948 miles

slight play in nearside front suspension swivel

Pass 19 Mar 2020 28,613 miles

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

Rear Tyres 2.5mm

Pass 9 Apr 2019 27,855 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 25,527 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 25,527 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 25,161 miles

coolant fan insecure

Pass 12 Apr 2016 24,887 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 22,430 miles

slioght play front king pins

Pass 19 Mar 2014 20,033 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 16,623 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 13,190 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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SP09 DTU is a 2009 Morgan Plus 4 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 15,867 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 SP09 DTU, 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 17 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SP09 DTU registered?

SP09 DTU is a 2009 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is SP09 DTU safe to buy?

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