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LSL 208

2000 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

29,554 mi
Last recorded29,554 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 2000 MG Roadster11,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSL 208
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 29,554 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 29,554 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 28,823 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 28,016 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 27,640 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 27,184 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 26,638 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 26,631 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 26,032 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 25,523 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 24,787 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2009 24,130 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 23,471 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 22,277 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 19,441 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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LSL 208 is a 2000 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2000 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 11,744 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 LSL 208, 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 26 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LSL 208 registered?

LSL 208 is a 2000 MG Roadster, first registered on 7 April 2000.

Is LSL 208 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSL 208 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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