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MORGAN ROADSTER (2009)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 61 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

98%

Total Tests (2024)

61

Avg Mileage

25,432 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,097

Is the 2009 MORGAN ROADSTER reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MORGAN brand average of 92%.

At 15 years old, 98% of MORGAN ROADSTERs from 2009 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 61 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 25,432 miles.

How does the 2009 MORGAN ROADSTER compare?

Rank among all 2009 cars10th out of 575(top 2%)
Rank among all MORGAN models8th out of 104(top 8%)
vs national average+16% (82% avg)
vs 2009 cars average+23% (75% avg)
vs MORGAN average+6% (92% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2009 MORGAN ROADSTER has 25,432 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

Best year to buy a MORGAN ROADSTER?

The most reliable year is the 2004 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2014 model has the lowest at 84%. The 2009 sits between the two at 98%.

How much does a 2009 MORGAN ROADSTER cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2967cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£2,097
Per month£175/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MORGAN ROADSTER by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201993%548,077 mi
201884%1047,425 mi
201790%5812,141 mi
201699%7317,467 mi
201591%5812,890 mi
201484%8915,018 mi
201398%4219,101 mi
201297%3117,537 mi
201196%4616,271 mi
201090%9319,088 mi
200998%6125,432 mi
200896%4922,877 mi
200792%4930,192 mi
200695%4038,419 mi
200596%8929,945 mi
2004100%8030,899 mi

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About the 2009 MORGAN ROADSTER

The 2009 MORGAN ROADSTER is a large car with a 2967cc petrol engine. 61 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 2% of all 2009 cars for reliability.

With an average of 25,432 miles at 15 years old, MORGAN ROADSTER owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2009 MORGAN ROADSTER Fuel Costs

The 2967cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2009 MORGAN ROADSTER?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

MORGAN ROADSTER Reliability Trend

The MORGAN ROADSTER has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2009 MORGAN ROADSTER

At 15 years old, the MORGAN ROADSTER is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2004 model has the highest pass rate at 100%. Note: with only 61 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2009 MORGAN ROADSTER

The MORGAN ROADSTER is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol large cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: