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180 XVM

1988 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

70,651 mi
Last recorded70,651 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2020
Typical for 1988 MG Roadster60,367 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration180 XVM
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2020 70,651 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 70,642 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 70,455 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective offside & nearside (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 70,455 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation 34 % peak imbalance during application (1.2.1 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective offside & nearside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 70,410 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 70,410 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 70,295 miles

How Reliable is the MG Roadster?

Based on 16,734 MOT tests across 1,649 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
379
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 390
brake binding 298
Stop lamp not working 280
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 274
Steering rack gaiter split 202
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180 XVM is a 1988 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1988 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 60,367 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 MG Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 180 XVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 38 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 180 XVM registered?

180 XVM is a 1988 MG Roadster, first registered on 12 August 1988.

Is 180 XVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 180 XVM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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