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R888 FJH

2005 Morgan Roadster

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,663 mi
Last recorded13,663 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Morgan Roadster19,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR888 FJH
MakeMorgan
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 13,663 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 13,518 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 13,373 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 13,237 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 13,234 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn sliding pillars have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 13,022 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 13,016 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 12,947 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 12,336 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 11,267 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 10,459 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 10,455 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 9,632 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 8,858 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 7,851 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 6,764 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 6,764 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 5,324 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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R888 FJH is a 2005 Morgan Roadster in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R888 FJH, 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 R888 FJH registered?

R888 FJH is a 2005 Morgan Roadster, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is R888 FJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R888 FJH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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