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VLF 294M

1974 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,783 mi
Last recorded94,783 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Morgan 4/441,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLF 294M
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 94,783 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 May 2017 94,783 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Steering system fouling nearside drag link fouls when on right hand lock (2.2.D.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jun 2016 94,487 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 94,416 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle exhaust fouling inside wall (4.1.D.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 May 2015 52,322 miles
Fail 19 May 2015

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 May 2014 90,726 miles

slight perishing on tyre sidewalls

Pass 21 May 2013 88,921 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 87,446 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 87,445 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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VLF 294M is a 1974 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1974 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 41,996 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 VLF 294M, 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 52 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLF 294M registered?

VLF 294M is a 1974 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 10 May 1974.

Is VLF 294M safe to buy?

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