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KNN 38V

1996 MG Roadster

Brown Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,000 mi
Last recorded43,000 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 1996 MG Roadster29,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNN 38V
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1996
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 43,000 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2022 43,000 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 42,915 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 42,910 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x3 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2016 42,814 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 42,763 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 42,726 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 42,519 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 42,038 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 41,419 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 40,652 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 40,074 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2008 39,233 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 38,449 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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KNN 38V is a 1996 MG Roadster in Brown with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 29,530 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 KNN 38V, 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 30 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KNN 38V registered?

KNN 38V is a 1996 MG Roadster, first registered on 21 May 1996.

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