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GFB 510W

1999 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

12,649 mi
Last recorded12,649 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 1999 MG Roadster20,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFB 510W
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 12,649 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 12,649 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle also slow to release (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2016 12,579 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 12,579 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 9 May 2015 12,174 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 12,151 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 11,744 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 11,118 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 11,118 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2008 10,047 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 10,047 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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Pass 9 May 2007 8,796 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 6,162 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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GFB 510W is a 1999 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1999 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 20,480 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 GFB 510W, 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 27 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GFB 510W registered?

GFB 510W is a 1999 MG Roadster, first registered on 27 August 1999.

Is GFB 510W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFB 510W shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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