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AWU 385K

1998 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

968 mi
Last recorded968 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 MG Roadster30,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWU 385K
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 968 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 179 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 13,407 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 13,407 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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AWU 385K is a 1998 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 AWU 385K, 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 AWU 385K registered?

AWU 385K is a 1998 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is AWU 385K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWU 385K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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