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BHG 72R

1997 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,965 mi
Last recorded50,965 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 MG Roadster24,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHG 72R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 50,965 miles

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

Slight lift in nearside front kingpin

Pass 22 May 2013 50,169 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2012 49,697 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 46,419 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 47,915 miles

Slight lift in nearside front kingpin

Fail 8 May 2010 47,912 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Slight lift in nearside front kingpin

Pass 6 May 2009 46,919 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2007 4,215 miles

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

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

slight lift in nearside front kingpin

Pass 3 Dec 2005 42,312 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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BHG 72R is a 1997 MG Roadster in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 24,019 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 BHG 72R, 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 29 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BHG 72R registered?

BHG 72R is a 1997 MG Roadster, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is BHG 72R safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHG 72R shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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