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BGS 896A

1992 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,339 mi
Last recorded33,339 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1992 MG Roadster21,490 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGS 896A
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 33,339 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 32,050 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 30,303 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 28,592 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 26,944 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 25,759 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 24,353 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 22,130 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 20,520 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 20,520 miles

Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 19,505 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 18,118 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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BGS 896A is a 1992 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1992 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 21,490 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 BGS 896A, 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 34 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BGS 896A registered?

BGS 896A is a 1992 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is BGS 896A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGS 896A shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BGS 896A have outstanding finance?

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