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FSK 161

1991 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,163 mi
Last recorded26,163 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2012
Typical for 1991 MG Roadster26,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSK 161
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2012 26,163 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 24,604 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 23,223 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 23,223 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 22,494 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 21,854 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 21,033 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

slight binding at nearside rear brake

Pass 27 Apr 2006 20,086 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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FSK 161 is a 1991 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FSK 161, 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 FSK 161 registered?

FSK 161 is a 1991 MG Roadster, first registered on 9 August 1991.

Is FSK 161 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSK 161 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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