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LCL 347A

2001 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,597 mi
Last recorded29,597 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 MG Roadster20,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCL 347A
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 29,597 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 29,597 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 25,620 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 25,605 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2017 21,759 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 19,702 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 17,105 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 12,418 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 8,448 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 6,573 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 6,093 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 5,274 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 4,472 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 4,235 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 3,535 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 2,801 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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LCL 347A is a 2001 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 20,954 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 LCL 347A, 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 25 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LCL 347A registered?

LCL 347A is a 2001 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is LCL 347A safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCL 347A shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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