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JJH 962N

1998 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

19,931 mi
Last recorded19,931 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1998 MG Roadster30,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJH 962N
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 19,931 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 19,700 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 19,411 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 19,338 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 18,915 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 18,608 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 18,284 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 17,839 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 16,809 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 15,608 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 14,501 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 13,285 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 12,057 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 12,057 miles

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

off side rear foot brake efficiency slightly lower than near side rear

steering shaft rubs on engine mounting bracket

Pass 13 Nov 2009 11,154 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 10,866 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2008 10,866 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 10,267 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 9,771 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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JJH 962N is a 1998 MG Roadster in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 30,567 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 JJH 962N, 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 28 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 JJH 962N registered?

JJH 962N is a 1998 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is JJH 962N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJH 962N shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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