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AB05 MOG

2005 Morgan Roadster

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,637 mi
Last recorded35,637 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Morgan Roadster19,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB05 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 35,637 miles

Offside Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 33,827 miles

Nearside Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 33,249 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 31,399 miles

Lower radiator hose rubbing on steering rack mounting

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 31,387 miles

Stop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Lower radiator hose rubbing on steering rack mounting

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 30,909 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2021 30,909 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2021 30,885 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Coolant leak Radiator

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2019 26,327 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 25,019 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 23,988 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 22,064 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 19,508 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 17,517 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 12,215 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 10,880 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 8,257 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 3,611 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 25,634 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 25,633 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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AB05 MOG is a 2005 Morgan Roadster in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Morgan Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 19,222 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AB05 MOG, 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 21 years old, this Morgan Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AB05 MOG registered?

AB05 MOG is a 2005 Morgan Roadster, first registered on 27 June 2005.

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