CarVerify

Free Car Check

B16 MEP

1998 Eunos Roadster

Green Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

147,532 mi
Last recorded147,532 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Eunos Roadster133,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Eunos
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 MEP
MakeEunos
ModelRoadster
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
View full Eunos Roadster reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 147,532 miles

Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2024 147,529 miles

Emissions unable to be completed fuel leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 147,167 miles

Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 147,122 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rigid brake pipes coated in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 147,109 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Failed whilst brake testing. (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rigid brake pipes coated in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 146,611 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 146,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2014 146,448 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 146,448 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 146,373 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Aug 2011 146,250 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 146,250 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 145,602 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Fail 16 Aug 2010 145,602 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2009 144,551 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2008 143,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Aug 2008 143,557 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 142,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 136,992 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 132,925 miles

How Reliable is the Eunos Roadster?

Based on 3,940 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
2,743
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 107
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 104
fog lamp not working 102
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 100
parking brake recording little or no effort 78
Full Eunos Roadster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

B16 MEP is a 1998 Eunos Roadster in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1998 Eunos Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 133,368 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 Eunos Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B16 MEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Eunos Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Eunos Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B16 MEP?

You can check the full history of B16 MEP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was B16 MEP registered?

B16 MEP is a 1998 Eunos Roadster, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is B16 MEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 MEP shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B16 MEP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on B16 MEP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.