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GVS 777

1992 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

11,343 mi
Last recorded11,343 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 MG Roadster21,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVS 777
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 11,343 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 11,034 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 10,385 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 14 Aug 2023 10,377 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 9,381 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 8,103 miles

rear propshaft bolts may be loose

Fail 13 Jul 2012 8,103 miles

Nearside Front Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Nearside Rear Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

rear propshaft bolts may be loose

Pass 8 Jul 2011 7,854 miles

rear brake application on limits /

Pass 19 Jul 2010 7,757 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 7,757 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 7,567 miles

small split n/s wiper blade

Pass 7 Jul 2008 7,495 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 7,491 miles

play in steering rack

Fail 23 Apr 2007 7,487 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

slight play steering raCK

Pass 21 Apr 2006 7,353 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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GVS 777 is a 1992 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1992 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 21,490 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 GVS 777, 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 34 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GVS 777 registered?

GVS 777 is a 1992 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is GVS 777 safe to buy?

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