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MCW 193J

1997 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

1,524 mi
Last recorded1,524 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1997 MG Roadster24,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCW 193J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 May 2022 1,524 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill corroded and holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill corroded and holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill corroded and holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill corroded and holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working Both. (3.5 (a))

General underbody corrosion.

Rear Hub seals leaking.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2016 1,504 miles

offside front tyre slightly perished

Pass 24 Aug 2015 1,418 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 1,363 miles

offside front tyre perished

Pass 30 Jul 2013 822 miles

play in osf wire wheel

Pass 1 Aug 2012 1,187 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 98,988 miles

Oil leak

indicators fast

play in wheels

Pass 3 Aug 2010 98,357 miles

indicators flash quite quick

play in osf bearing

Pass 25 Aug 2009 97,982 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 97,974 miles

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2007 97,857 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 97,855 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 97,697 miles

Oil leak

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 193J is a 1997 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 193J, 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 193J registered?

MCW 193J is a 1997 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is MCW 193J safe to buy?

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