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Cream · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

L55 EDBMOT history

L55 EDB is a cream petrol Morgan 4/4 first used on 12 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 10,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2026
Mileage
10,560 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 EDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Morgan
Model
4/4
Colour
Cream
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 EDB was last recorded at 10,560 miles on 9 Jul 2025, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
10,530 miles · 11 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 10,560 miles
  • 2024 – 10,530 miles
  • 2023 – 10,524 miles
  • 2022 – 10,517 miles
  • 2021 – 10,286 miles
  • 2020 – 10,074 miles
  • 2019 – 10,063 miles
  • 2018 – 9,928 miles
  • 2016 – 9,093 miles
  • 2015 – 8,697 miles
  • 2014 – 8,457 miles
  • 2013 – 7,069 miles
  • 2012 – 4,041 miles
  • 2011 – 3,811 miles
  • 2010 – 3,480 miles
  • 2009 – 3,066 miles
  • 2008 – 3,005 miles
  • 2006 – 2,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass10,560 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake lever has slight travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass10,560 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    10,560 miles
    Test number
    977425975935
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass10,530 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    10,530 miles
    Test number
    435738050573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight travel

  3. Pass10,524 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    10,524 miles
    Test number
    611574635297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight travel

  4. Pass10,517 miles (+231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    10,517 miles
    Test number
    499302575455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass10,286 miles (+212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    10,286 miles
    Test number
    614608319572
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass10,074 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    10,074 miles
    Test number
    637189765813
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass10,063 miles (+135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    10,063 miles
    Test number
    692696660453
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass9,928 miles (+835)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    9,928 miles
    Test number
    388526957148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass9,093 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    9,093 miles
    Test number
    981605279579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail9,084 miles (+387)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,084 miles
    Test number
    259184610167
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Pass8,697 miles (+240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    8,697 miles
    Test number
    639898185104
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Pass8,457 miles (+1,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    8,457 miles
    Test number
    316402194150
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  13. Pass7,069 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    7,069 miles
    Test number
    158723083157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail7,068 miles (+3,027)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,068 miles
    Test number
    717310483192
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass4,041 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    4,041 miles
    Test number
    266451642228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass4,000 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    4,000 miles
    Test number
    977363172197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass3,811 miles (+331)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    3,811 miles
    Test number
    258275361188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass3,480 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    3,480 miles
    Test number
    841935150163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass3,066 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    3,066 miles
    Test number
    342541719130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail3,005 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,005 miles
    Test number
    384569678031
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass3,005 miles (+452)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    3,005 miles
    Test number
    543439878001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass2,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    2,553 miles
    Test number
    311510076217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 EDB

Does L55 EDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 EDB expired on 8 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 EDB?
The MOT on L55 EDB expired on 8 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 EDB done?
L55 EDB was recorded at 10,560 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2025, an average of 426 miles a year.
Has L55 EDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 EDB has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on L55 EDB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L55 EDB find?
L55 EDB passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear oil leak, but not excessive diff.

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