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HSL 901

1999 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

38,667 mi
Last recorded38,667 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 MG Roadster20,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSL 901
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 38,667 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 36,901 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 34,380 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 33,410 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 30,626 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 29,280 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 28,720 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 27,045 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 25,337 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 23,513 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 21,252 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 18,012 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 16,823 miles

Nearside Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 16,823 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 13,456 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 11,389 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 9,303 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 7,790 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 5,734 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 4,457 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 3,526 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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HSL 901 is a 1999 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 HSL 901, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HSL 901 registered?

HSL 901 is a 1999 MG Roadster, first registered on 20 September 1999.

Is HSL 901 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSL 901 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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