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Y974 NLK

2001 Morgan 4/4

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

29,648 mi
Last recorded29,648 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Morgan 4/420,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY974 NLK
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 29,648 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 29,626 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 29,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm in place (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive minor seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres are 22 years old, slightly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle is in "Excellent" condition

Fail 19 Jul 2023 29,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm in place (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive minor seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres are 22 years old, slightly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s and centre wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

vehicle is in "Excellent" condition

Pass 26 Jul 2022 29,443 miles

coolant level low, recommend check

vehicle is in "EXCELLENT" condition

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slight fluctuation, all brakes (1.2.1 (e))

all tyres, are 21 years old

Pass 20 Jul 2021 29,185 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 28,998 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 28,601 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 28,076 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 27,835 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 27,389 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 26,998 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 26,526 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 26,009 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 25,405 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 24,903 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 24,301 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 23,636 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 23,139 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 22,376 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 19,066 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 19,015 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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Y974 NLK is a 2001 Morgan 4/4 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2001 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 20,575 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morgan 4/4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 666 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y974 NLK, 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 25 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y974 NLK registered?

Y974 NLK is a 2001 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 20 April 2001.

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