Eunos Roadster Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Eunos Roadster reliable? We analysed 3,940 real MOT tests across 268 vehicles to find out.
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The Eunos Roadster is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and fog lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Eunos Roadster.
Eunos Roadster Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Eunos Roadster. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Eunos Roadster MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Eunos Roadster to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Eunos Roadster Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Eunos Roadster fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Eunos Roadster Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Eunos Roadster owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Eunos Roadster MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Eunos Roadster year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 129 | 68.2% | 113,666 | 147,807 | 192,687 |
| 2005 | 102 | 76.5% | 110,628 | 143,419 | 166,907 |
| 2004 | 359 | 71.0% | 95,734 | 123,769 | 155,594 |
| 2003 | 326 | 73.6% | 95,473 | 120,548 | 141,172 |
| 2002 | 486 | 70.4% | 106,919 | 130,799 | 169,980 |
| 2001 | 561 | 70.9% | 126,625 | 150,945 | 183,327 |
| 2000 | 208 | 68.8% | 101,876 | 134,637 | 164,292 |
| 1999 | 274 | 65.0% | 114,394 | 134,342 | 166,529 |
| 1998 | 175 | 66.3% | 116,340 | 133,368 | 164,310 |
| 1997 | 57 | 66.7% | 142,110 | 178,566 | 199,829 |
| 1994 | 84 | 72.6% | 105,034 | 155,500 | 183,033 |
| 1993 | 166 | 72.9% | 99,578 | 122,270 | 154,871 |
| 1992 | 218 | 73.4% | 75,473 | 114,526 | 142,862 |
| 1991 | 315 | 68.9% | 97,594 | 137,195 | 175,040 |
| 1990 | 234 | 67.9% | 97,398 | 130,618 | 158,580 |
How Long Does a Eunos Roadster Last?
Based on 268 Eunos Roadster vehicles on UK roads.
Eunos Roadster Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Eunos Roadster MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Eunos Roadster
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.5% MOT pass rate from 102 tests
65.0% MOT pass rate from 274 tests
The best year to buy a used Eunos Roadster is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.5% across 102 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Eunos Roadster Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eunos Roadster THIS CAR | 70.5% | 3,940 | 133,647 mi | 36 yrs |
| Piaggio Xevo 400 | 84.9% | 1,740 | 19,513 mi | 19 yrs |
| Pilgrim Cobra | 84.2% | 1,256 | 7,521 mi | 55 yrs |
| Audi A4 S Line 40 TFSI MHEV S-a | 89.4% | 1,769 | 30,270 mi | — yrs |
| Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV | 91.4% | 3,242 | 27,269 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Piaggio Xevo 400 (84.9% pass rate) and the Pilgrim Cobra (84.2% pass rate), the Eunos Roadster trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Eunos Roadster has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.5% across 3,940 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Eunos Roadster are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (107 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (104), and fog lamp not working (102). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Eunos Roadster owner drives around 2,743 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Eunos Roadster models stay on UK roads for around 36 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.