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ESK 871

1991 MG Roadster

Cream Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,387 mi
Last recorded13,387 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
Typical for 1991 MG Roadster26,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESK 871
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1991
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2012 13,387 miles

Nearside rear tyre is cracking on both side walls

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 13,387 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Slight bind on offside rear brake

Slight cuts in both rear tyre outer side walls

Pass 8 Apr 2010 13,387 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 13,387 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 17 Apr 2008 13,389 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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ESK 871 is a 1991 MG Roadster in Cream with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 ESK 871, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ESK 871 registered?

ESK 871 is a 1991 MG Roadster, first registered on 4 April 1991.

Is ESK 871 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESK 871 shows 5 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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