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GK05 DXX

2005 Morgan Roadster

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

52,758 mi
Last recorded52,758 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Morgan Roadster19,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 DXX
MakeMorgan
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 52,758 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 52,419 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 51,964 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 51,485 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 51,139 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 50,693 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 50,411 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 50,411 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 50,100 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured various wires poorly secured - generally in line with original design (4.11 (a) (i))

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaiter repaired acceptable at time of test* (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 50,100 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured various wires poorly secured - generally in line with original design (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaiter repaired acceptable at time of test* (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 49,426 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 49,426 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 48,585 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 47,821 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 45,527 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 44,781 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 44,781 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 43,900 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 41,231 miles

Speedo not illuminated

Fail 14 Mar 2012 41,231 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Speedo not illuminated

Pass 9 Mar 2011 37,603 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 34,683 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 32,599 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 27,293 miles

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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GK05 DXX is a 2005 Morgan Roadster in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 GK05 DXX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK05 DXX registered?

GK05 DXX is a 2005 Morgan Roadster, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is GK05 DXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK05 DXX shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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