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VN16 WHV

2016 Morgan Roadster

Black Petrol 3721cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,007 mi
Last recorded28,007 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Morgan Roadster10,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN16 WHV
MakeMorgan
ModelRoadster
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,721cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 28,007 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 27,859 miles

Front Coil spring corroded N/S and O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/S and O/S (5.3.2 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 25,274 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 23,335 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 23,335 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 20,827 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 18,436 miles

N/S and O/S front king pins have play

N/S and O/S front rubber exhaust mounts perishing

Fail 29 Oct 2020 18,433 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure Anti-tramp bar (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached Anti-tramp bar (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

N/S and O/S front king pins have play

N/S and O/S front rubber exhaust mounts perishing

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 14,524 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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VN16 WHV is a 2016 Morgan Roadster in Black with a 3,721cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Morgan Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 10,942 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 VN16 WHV, 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 10 years old, this Morgan Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VN16 WHV registered?

VN16 WHV is a 2016 Morgan Roadster, first registered on 29 April 2016.

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