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GSU 354

1987 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

19,758 mi
Last recorded19,758 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1987 MG Roadster30,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSU 354
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 19,758 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 19,408 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 19,398 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Steering column universal joint insecure Bottom of steering column. (2.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake slight binding.

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 18,112 miles

N/S/R + O/S/R leaf springs weakend

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Play in steering column bottom bush.

Fail 8 Sep 2021 18,110 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective not sealing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

N/S/R + O/S/R leaf springs weakend

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

O/S/F + N/S/F suspension arm bushes deteriorated/deformed

Offside Front Coil spring worn spring soft (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Play in steering column bottom bush.

Pass 11 Sep 2020 17,323 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 16,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 16,246 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 15,739 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 14,990 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 14,002 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 13,522 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 12,751 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 12,424 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 11,911 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 11,032 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 10,738 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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GSU 354 is a 1987 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 GSU 354, 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.

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What year was GSU 354 registered?

GSU 354 is a 1987 MG Roadster, first registered on 14 September 1987.

Is GSU 354 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSU 354 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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