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FTM 513L

1995 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,051 mi
Last recorded19,051 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 1995 MG Roadster19,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTM 513L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 19,051 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Nearside front brake hose close to tyre on full left lock.

Pass 28 Nov 2016 18,712 miles

Centre exhaust mounting rubber de-bonded.

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Leading edge of nearside rear inner wheel arch slightly corroded.

Nearside front brake hose close to tyre on full left lock.

Offside rear leaf spring rear bush perishing.

Pass 8 Dec 2015 18,272 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Offside rear suspension spring rear bush perishing.

Pass 10 Dec 2014 18,234 miles

Alternator belt loose

Centre exhaust rubber mounting de-bonded

Slight play on N/S/F inner track rod ball joint

Slight play on O/S/F anti roll bar inner bush

Fail 10 Dec 2014 18,234 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Alternator belt loose

Centre exhaust rubber mounting de-bonded

Slight play on N/S/F inner track rod ball joint

Slight play on O/S/F anti roll bar inner bush

Pass 12 Dec 2013 18,134 miles

Alternator belt loose.

Centre exhaust mounting de-bonded.

Pass 17 Oct 2012 18,038 miles

O/S/R brake bit binding

Slight play on O/S/F inner anti roll bar bushed

Pass 25 Aug 2011 17,846 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Fan belt loose.

Fuel cap sealing ring starting to perish.

Slight play in nearside of steering rack.

Slight play in propshaft rear uj.

Steering stiff in operation.

Wipers smearing slightly.

Fail 24 Aug 2011 17,846 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Fan belt loose.

Fuel cap sealing ring starting to perish.

Slight play in nearside of steering rack.

Slight play in propshaft rear uj.

Steering stiff in operation.

Wipers smearing slightly.

Pass 23 Sep 2010 17,936 miles

Coolant leak

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside rear tyre perished

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear tyre perished

Oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2008 17,712 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 17,702 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 17,174 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 17,174 miles

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FTM 513L is a 1995 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1995 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 19,442 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 FTM 513L, 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 31 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FTM 513L registered?

FTM 513L is a 1995 MG Roadster, first registered on 12 July 1995.

Is FTM 513L safe to buy?

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