Morgan 4/4 (1994)
1994 Morgan 4/4
CarHunch analysed 102 real MOT records for the 1994 Morgan 4/4. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1994 Morgan 4/4 fails its MOT at a noticeably higher rate than the UK average, with only 71.4% passing first time compared to the 80% national benchmark—a meaningful gap that suggests these older, hand-built sports cars need close attention to stay road-legal. One in six vehicles (16.7%) has recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a legitimate concern for any buyer considering purchase.
At 27,705 miles on average, these Morgans have racked up decent mileage for their age, yet still average 2.15 failures and 6.4 advisories per test, pointing to wear in brakes, suspension, and bodywork rather than catastrophic engine problems. Before committing to one, budget for a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with Morgan's quirky construction, and expect annual remedial work to keep it compliant.
What to check before buying a 1994 Morgan 4/4
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 101 | 71.2% | 2.14 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 87.5% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1994 Morgan 4/4 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1994 Morgan 4/4 vehicles fall between 15,202 and 37,206 miles.
1994 Morgan 4/4 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 56 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 88% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1994 Morgan 4/4
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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25.9%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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16.1%
Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush
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14%
Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush
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13.5%
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
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12.4%
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing
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12.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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11.9%
Brakes imbalanced across an axle
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11.9%
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1994. Counts include advisories and failures.
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