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OBL 7

2009 Morgan Roadster

Red Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,998 mi
Last recorded32,998 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Morgan Roadster15,692 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBL 7
MakeMorgan
ModelRoadster
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 32,998 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 31,399 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 31,399 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 30,178 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 29,078 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 27,366 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 27,135 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake pipe rubbing bottom hose.

Fail 3 Sep 2020 27,135 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

brake pipe rubbing bottom hose.

Pass 28 Feb 2019 26,486 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 26,486 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 25,326 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 25,326 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 22,989 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 18,315 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 13,959 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 9,266 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 7,714 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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OBL 7 is a 2009 Morgan Roadster in Red with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 Morgan Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 15,692 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 OBL 7, 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 17 years old, this Morgan Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OBL 7 registered?

OBL 7 is a 2009 Morgan Roadster, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is OBL 7 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBL 7 shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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