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MCH 743D

1997 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

87,612 mi
Last recorded87,612 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 MG Roadster24,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCH 743D
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 87,612 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 87,329 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 87,132 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 86,835 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 86,682 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 86,154 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 85,670 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 85,022 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 84,405 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 84,280 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 84,280 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 84,217 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 85,055 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 83,643 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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MCH 743D is a 1997 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 24,019 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 MCH 743D, 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 29 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MCH 743D registered?

MCH 743D is a 1997 MG Roadster, first registered on 3 December 1997.

Is MCH 743D safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCH 743D shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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