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V277 HBY

1999 Morgan Plus Four

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,804 mi
Last recorded9,804 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Morgan Plus Four19,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV277 HBY
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus Four
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 9,804 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 9,735 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 9 Oct 2023 9,479 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 9,249 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 9,249 miles

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 8,571 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 7,875 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 7,870 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2019 7,383 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 2,927 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 2,927 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 19,794 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 19,794 miles

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 17,897 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 17,897 miles

Offside Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Pass 2 May 2015 1,733 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 45,646 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2014 45,646 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 43,932 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 41,647 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 39,358 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 36,997 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 33,823 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 29,952 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 29,952 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d) DANGEROUS

heat shield bracket deteriorating

Pass 9 Nov 2007 25,210 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 22,028 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 18,768 miles

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus Four?

Based on 2,073 MOT tests across 318 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
975
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
318
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 6
brake binding 6
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V277 HBY is a 1999 Morgan Plus Four in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Morgan Plus Four models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 19,794 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 Four fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V277 HBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus Four typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Morgan Plus Four is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V277 HBY registered?

V277 HBY is a 1999 Morgan Plus Four, first registered on 1 December 1999.

Is V277 HBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V277 HBY shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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