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FTJ 24C

1987 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,729 mi
Last recorded12,729 miles
Recorded on18 May 2009
Typical for 1987 MG Roadster30,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTJ 24C
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2009 12,729 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 12,729 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 30 May 2008 11,933 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 10,986 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 10,001 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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FTJ 24C is a 1987 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 30,824 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 FTJ 24C, 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 39 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FTJ 24C?

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What year was FTJ 24C registered?

FTJ 24C is a 1987 MG Roadster, first registered on 10 February 1987.

Is FTJ 24C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTJ 24C shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FTJ 24C have outstanding finance?

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