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ERC 738T

1997 MG Roadster

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,807 mi
Last recorded10,807 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2006
Typical for 1997 MG Roadster24,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERC 738T
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1997
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2006 10,807 miles

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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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ERC 738T is a 1997 MG Roadster in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ERC 738T, 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 ERC 738T registered?

ERC 738T is a 1997 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is ERC 738T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERC 738T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ERC 738T have outstanding finance?

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