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DSK 145

1991 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

58,661 mi
Last recorded58,661 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1991 MG Roadster26,142 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSK 145
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 58,661 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 58,215 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 57,880 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 57,873 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 4 Oct 2021 57,873 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 57,632 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2018 57,618 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 57,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 57,454 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 57,454 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 57,118 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 57,118 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Fail 29 Aug 2014 56,997 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 56,997 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 56,567 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 56,550 miles

nearside rear tyre has age cracks in the sidewall, not showing the cords.

nearside rear tyre has age cracks in the sidewall, not showing the cords.

Fail 2 Jul 2012 56,550 miles

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

nearside rear tyre has age cracks in the sidewall, not showing the cords.

nearside rear tyre has age cracks in the sidewall, not showing the cords.

Pass 28 Mar 2012 56,545 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jun 2011 56,526 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

battery secured with cable ties

o\s\f floorpan support rib abit distorted

o\s\r damper unit leaking

Pass 18 Jun 2011 56,526 miles

battery secured with cable ties

o\s\f floorpan support rib abit distorted

o\s\r damper unit leaking

Pass 29 Oct 2009 55,778 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 54,667 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 54,534 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 54,529 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 54,523 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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DSK 145 is a 1991 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1991 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 26,142 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 DSK 145, 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 35 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DSK 145 registered?

DSK 145 is a 1991 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1991.

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