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LVS 449

1992 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,526 mi
Last recorded63,526 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1992 MG Roadster21,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVS 449
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 63,526 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 63,513 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 63,450 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 63,321 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 63,227 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 62,596 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 61,805 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 61,168 miles

nearside rear/offside rear hub oil seal damp

Pass 7 May 2011 60,693 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 59,964 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 58,902 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 58,055 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 57,309 miles

o/s and n/s rear brake back plate wet

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

play in n/s front swivel shaft

steering stiff

Fail 30 Apr 2007 57,303 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s and n/s rear brake back plate wet

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge low on tread

play in n/s front swivel shaft

Pass 6 May 2006 56,485 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 56,485 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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LVS 449 is a 1992 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1992 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 21,490 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 LVS 449, 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 34 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LVS 449 registered?

LVS 449 is a 1992 MG Roadster, first registered on 5 November 1992.

Is LVS 449 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVS 449 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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