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DE05 MOG

2005 Morgan Plus 4

Green Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

16,973 mi
Last recorded16,973 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Morgan Plus 417,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 MOG
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 16,973 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 16,564 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 16,290 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 15,934 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 15,525 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 15,215 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 15,005 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 15,005 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 14,417 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 14,412 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 13,096 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 11,735 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 11,735 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 9,555 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Aug 2015 9,555 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 4,747 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 17 May 2014 4,658 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 May 2014 4,658 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 4,028 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 3,721 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 3,721 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2011 3,607 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 3,173 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 2,942 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 2,822 miles

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 4?

Based on 23,769 MOT tests across 1,962 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 137
Stop lamp not working 124
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
fog lamp not working 100
Headlamp aim too high 80
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DE05 MOG is a 2005 Morgan Plus 4 in Green with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2005 Morgan Plus 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 17,405 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 Plus 4 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE05 MOG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 21 years old, this Morgan Plus 4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DE05 MOG registered?

DE05 MOG is a 2005 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is DE05 MOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 MOG shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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