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MORGAN 4/4 (1992)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 56 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

98%

Total Tests (2024)

56

Avg Mileage

46,542 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,717

Is the 1992 MORGAN 4/4 reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MORGAN brand average of 92%.

At 32 years old, 98% of MORGAN 4/4s from 1992 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 56 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 46,542 miles.

How does the 1992 MORGAN 4/4 compare?

Rank among all 1992 cars3rd out of 178(top 2%)
Rank among all MORGAN models9th out of 104(top 9%)
vs national average+16% (82% avg)
vs 1992 cars average+21% (77% avg)
vs MORGAN average+6% (92% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1992 MORGAN 4/4 has 46,542 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 236,800 miles for a 32-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

How much does a 1992 MORGAN 4/4 cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1993cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,717
Per month£143/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MORGAN 4/4 by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201893%586,920 mi
201797%727,979 mi
201686%7415,087 mi
201593%569,762 mi
201491%4314,273 mi
201398%4023,620 mi
201292%4919,253 mi
201193%5922,869 mi
201085%6723,495 mi
200997%6427,310 mi
200892%7125,075 mi
200792%4822,160 mi
200690%10125,512 mi
200594%3634,902 mi
200485%10132,631 mi
200392%9527,848 mi
200293%14631,267 mi
200190%12331,005 mi
200092%19029,938 mi
199988%22531,196 mi
199886%19637,758 mi
199790%14726,958 mi
199696%12636,842 mi
199590%8835,940 mi
199490%7039,016 mi
199391%4539,520 mi
199298%5646,542 mi
199188%6045,038 mi
199092%3638,714 mi

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About the 1992 MORGAN 4/4

The 1992 MORGAN 4/4 is a family car with a 1993cc petrol engine. 56 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 2% of all 1992 cars for reliability.

With an average of 46,542 miles at 32 years old, MORGAN 4/4 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

1992 MORGAN 4/4 Fuel Costs

The 1993cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 1992 MORGAN 4/4?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,717 (£143/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

MORGAN 4/4 Reliability Trend

The MORGAN 4/4 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1992 MORGAN 4/4

At 32 years old, the MORGAN 4/4 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 56 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 1992 MORGAN 4/4

The MORGAN 4/4 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: