2015 Morgan Plus 4 2.0L Petrol · HF65 HFU

A single safety‑critical failure in mid‑2021 – involving insecure front seat fixings and a missing steering‑rack gaiter – is the only blemish on an otherwise spotless MOT record; the defect was rectified and the car has since achieved six consecutive passes, most recently in May 2026, with no further defects logged. This pattern indicates that, after remedial work, the vehicle has maintained a clean roadworthiness status. With just 13,028 mi recorded over roughly eleven years the annual average is about 1,200 mi, far below the typical usage for a car of this age. Such low mileage often points to prolonged periods of limited use or storage, which can preserve wear‑items like brakes and tyres but may also allow rubber components, seals and bushings to dry out or develop cracks. The MOT history shows no gaps longer than a year, suggesting the vehicle has been regularly presented for testing despite the low mileage. When inspecting the seat mounting points, verify that the driver’s and passenger’s front seats are firmly bolted to the floor and that there is no lateral movement when weight is applied; any looseness could signal a recurrence of the earlier insecure fixings. Examine the steering rack boots for signs of wear, cracks or dirt ingress, and during a low‑speed test drive feel for any looseness, clunking or excessive play in the steering column, which would indicate that the gaiter issue has not been fully resolved. Given the light‑use profile, pay particular attention to the condition of rubber suspension bushes, engine mounts and tyre sidewalls, looking for cracking, hardening or surface dry‑rot. Listen for any squeaks or rattles over bumps that may reveal deteriorated bushings, and check that the brakes feel firm with consistent pedal travel, as seals can dry out when a car sits for long periods. A thorough visual inspection of the chassis for any hidden corrosion, especially around the front subframe and steering linkage, will help confirm that the vehicle’s structural integrity remains sound.