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KUK 153N

1980 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

18,921 mi
Last recorded18,921 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1980 MG Roadster48,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUK 153N
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 18,921 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 18,663 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 18,477 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 18,385 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 18,238 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 18,070 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 18,012 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 17,813 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 17,405 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 16,972 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 May 2007 16,607 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 16,607 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.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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KUK 153N is a 1980 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1980 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 48,973 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 KUK 153N, 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 46 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KUK 153N registered?

KUK 153N is a 1980 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is KUK 153N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUK 153N shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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