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C547 MGO

1986 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,218 mi
Last recorded9,218 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2023
Typical for 1986 MG Roadster66,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC547 MGO
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2023 9,218 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 9,135 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 8,989 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 28 Jul 2018 8,935 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 8,808 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 8,795 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 8,694 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 8,459 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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C547 MGO is a 1986 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 66,270 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 C547 MGO, 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 40 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C547 MGO registered?

C547 MGO is a 1986 MG Roadster, first registered on 12 December 1986.

Is C547 MGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C547 MGO shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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