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R50 MGN

2005 Morgan Plus 4

Cream Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,267 mi
Last recorded31,267 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Morgan Plus 417,405 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR50 MGN
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 4
Year2005
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 31,267 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 30,789 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 30,485 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 30,362 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 30,359 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 29,990 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 29,987 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 28,869 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 28,812 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Leaf spring seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 28,067 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 26,594 miles

Steering rack operation feels notchy going lock to lock.

Fail 9 May 2017 26,591 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering rack operation feels notchy going lock to lock.

Pass 17 May 2016 25,340 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 23,684 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 21,458 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 193,986 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 173,639 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 14,673 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 11,373 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 8,121 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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R50 MGN is a 2005 Morgan Plus 4 in Cream with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R50 MGN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R50 MGN registered?

R50 MGN is a 2005 Morgan Plus 4, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is R50 MGN safe to buy?

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