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YDV 819

2003 Morgan 4/4

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

47,696 mi
Last recorded47,696 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Morgan 4/416,735 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDV 819
MakeMorgan
Model4/4
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 47,696 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 47,627 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 16 Aug 2023 47,056 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 46,016 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 44,919 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 44,291 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 43,918 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 42,366 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 41,535 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 39,010 miles

Handbrake cable worn o/s

Slight play in steering rack

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen deteriorated

Pass 7 Sep 2015 36,970 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 34,805 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 32,372 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 29,490 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 27,277 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 27,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 24,966 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 23,160 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 20,602 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 20,602 miles

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 17,666 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 15,038 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 15,038 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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YDV 819 is a 2003 Morgan 4/4 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Morgan 4/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 16,735 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 YDV 819, 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 23 years old, this Morgan 4/4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YDV 819 registered?

YDV 819 is a 2003 Morgan 4/4, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is YDV 819 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDV 819 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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