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EKH 195J

1997 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1786cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,756 mi
Last recorded17,756 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 MG Roadster24,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKH 195J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,786cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 17,756 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 17,756 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine Filter housing. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 15,811 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 15,399 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 14,707 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 May 2015 13,941 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 12,826 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 May 2013 12,645 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 12,614 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 12,522 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 12,285 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 12,147 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 11,750 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 11,553 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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EKH 195J is a 1997 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,786cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EKH 195J, 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 EKH 195J registered?

EKH 195J is a 1997 MG Roadster, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is EKH 195J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKH 195J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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