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KGJ 615A

2005 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,071 mi
Last recorded12,071 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 MG Roadster12,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGJ 615A
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 12,071 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2018 12,071 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2015 12,071 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 12,071 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 12,071 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 12,071 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 12,071 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring slipper insecure (2.4.B.5)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring slipper insecure (2.4.B.5)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 12,071 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 12,079 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 12,079 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 12,071 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 12,071 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 12,071 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Track rod end excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 11,736 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 11,736 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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KGJ 615A is a 2005 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 12,079 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 KGJ 615A, 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 21 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KGJ 615A registered?

KGJ 615A is a 2005 MG Roadster, first registered on 10 May 2005.

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