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AFM 188A

1990 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,682 mi
Last recorded11,682 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 MG Roadster28,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFM 188A
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 11,682 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 11,609 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 10,855 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 10,505 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 10,505 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 9,956 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 9,888 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 9,876 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 3 Aug 2011 9,835 miles

Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

heavily undersealed

Pass 24 May 2008 9,202 miles

advise front brake pads

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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AFM 188A is a 1990 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 28,553 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 AFM 188A, 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 36 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFM 188A?

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What year was AFM 188A registered?

AFM 188A is a 1990 MG Roadster, first registered on 10 August 1990.

Is AFM 188A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFM 188A shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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