1990 Morgan 2+2 2.0L Petrol · H81 TAB
1990 Morgan 2+2 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 12 Dec 1990. Recorded mileage 41,248 miles. MOT expired on 19 Aug 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MORGAN 2+2
- Year / Origin
- 1990 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Aug 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 41,248 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H81 TAB Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2023
- 41,248 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
H81 TAB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 Morgan 2+2 (H81 TAB) between August 2022 and August 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
H81 TAB Mileage History
- 16/08/202240,518 mi
- 21/08/202341,248 mi+730 mi
Average of roughly 721 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 1990 Morgan 2+2 is a charming low-mileage classic but requires careful inspection of its braking and steering systems before purchase. Budget for immediate maintenance on corroded brake pipes and steering box seepage flagged in recent MOTs.
When viewing this Morgan, prioritise a thorough inspection of the brake pipes noted as corroded in the 2022 and 2023 MOTs (nearside front under bonnet, offside front, offside rear), and the steering box seepage and slight play recorded in 2023. These are safety-critical and may need replacement or overhaul. Request full service history to confirm routine maintenance on a low-use classic, and check for evidence of the 2020 failed items (rear position lamp, stop lamp, wiper) being permanently rectified rather than temporarily fixed.
As a 1994cc petrol classic first registered in 1990, this Morgan likely falls into the historic vehicle class for road tax, often £0 for over-40-year-old vehicles, though confirm with DVLA. Insurance groups for Morgans vary but specialist classic cover is typical, with premiums depending on limited mileage agreed values. Fuel economy from a 2.0-litre carburetted engine will be modest, likely 25-30 mpg, and maintenance costs are higher due to bespoke parts and low production volumes.
Inspect the brake pipes closely as the 2023 MOT noted corrosion on nearside front, offside front, and offside rear lines covered in grease — check whether this is surface protection or active rust requiring renewal. The steering box showed seepage and slight play between sector shaft and drop arm in 2023; verify oil leakage and road-test for vagueness. Confirm wiper blades (defective in 2023) and the 2020 failed lamps (nearside rear position and stop lamps, nearside wiper) are now fully functional.
H81TAB is a December 1990 black Morgan 2+2 with a 1994cc petrol engine, showing just 41,248 miles on its 2023 MOT, which is low for a 35-year-old vehicle. The MOT history includes one failure in 2020 for lighting and wiper faults, plus recurring advisory items for corroded brake pipes and steering box issues. No aggregate model reliability data is available, so condition must be judged on this individual history alone.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Morgan 2+2, so this individual's history of minor failures and advisories is the only evidence of condition.
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