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MCW 182J

1997 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,210 mi
Last recorded4,210 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 MG Roadster24,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCW 182J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2025 4,210 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 3,855 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 3,376 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 2,688 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 2,043 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 1,709 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 1,271 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 715 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 309 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 648 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 29 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 85,475 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 84,772 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 84,313 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 83,878 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 83,624 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 83,220 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 82,654 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 82,602 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 82,463 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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MCW 182J is a 1997 MG Roadster in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MCW 182J, 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.

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What year was MCW 182J registered?

MCW 182J is a 1997 MG Roadster, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is MCW 182J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCW 182J shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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