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ABM 507B

1998 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

9,691 mi
Last recorded9,691 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 MG Roadster30,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABM 507B
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 9,691 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 9,238 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 8,962 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 8,972 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 8,357 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 7,757 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 7,757 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear brake binding

offside rear hub oil seal leaking

Pass 21 Mar 2013 6,884 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 5,473 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 4,618 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 2,906 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 1,769 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 1,005 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 9,665 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 8,109 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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ABM 507B is a 1998 MG Roadster in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 30,567 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ABM 507B, 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 28 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ABM 507B registered?

ABM 507B is a 1998 MG Roadster, first registered on 9 June 1998.

Is ABM 507B safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABM 507B shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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