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GHU 324B

1997 MG Roadster

Cream Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

38,308 mi
Last recorded38,308 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 MG Roadster24,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHU 324B
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 38,308 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 38,021 miles

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2024 38,021 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 37,805 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 37,666 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 37,588 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 37,399 miles

Offside Rear rubber axle strap broken

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 37,166 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly loose internal (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear rubber axle check strap broken

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 36,894 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 36,740 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 36,499 miles

Nearside Front Lower Trunnion dust cover deteriorated

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 17 May 2016 36,499 miles

Nearside Front Lower Trunnion dust cover deteriorated

Nearside Front Wheel insecure Knock on spinner (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure Knock on spinner (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure Knock on spinner (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 27 May 2015 36,410 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 36,339 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 36,216 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 36,216 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 36,043 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 35,689 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 35,398 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 35,346 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2008 35,036 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 34,455 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 34,413 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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GHU 324B is a 1997 MG Roadster in Cream with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1997 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 24,019 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 GHU 324B, 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 29 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GHU 324B registered?

GHU 324B is a 1997 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is GHU 324B safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHU 324B shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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