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A12 SYD

1990 Morgan Roadster

Green Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

550 mi
Last recorded550 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 SYD
MakeMorgan
ModelRoadster
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 550 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 19 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 5,504 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 5,504 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2021 5,459 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 5,449 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front fender fouling disc

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 5,438 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 5,338 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 5,338 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 5,309 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 5,309 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 5,293 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 5,293 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 5,182 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 5,182 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 4,951 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 4,827 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 4,614 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front registration plate minor crack damage.

offside front tyre lightly perished.

Fail 28 May 2012 45,599 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front registration plate minor crack damage.

offside front tyre lightly perished.

Pass 27 May 2011 4,209 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Centre Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside front indicator lamp assy slightly loose.

Washers not fitted openscreen

Fail 27 May 2011 4,209 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Centre Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Lower Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside front indicator lamp assy slightly loose.

Washers not fitted openscreen

Pass 16 Apr 2010 3,933 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 3,459 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 3,440 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 2,817 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 2,804 miles

Centre Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Centre Hand operated control valve control cannot be moved over its full travel (3.2.1c)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

washers not fitted but has other means of clearing screen

How Reliable is the Morgan Roadster?

Based on 9,560 MOT tests across 843 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
938
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 50
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 33
brake binding 30
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 29
fog lamp not working 24
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A12 SYD is a 1990 Morgan Roadster in Green with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

The most common reason a Morgan Roadster fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 SYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 36 years old, this Morgan Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A12 SYD registered?

A12 SYD is a 1990 Morgan Roadster, first registered on 19 January 1990.

Is A12 SYD safe to buy?

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