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NAL 140E

1998 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

22,967 mi
Last recorded22,967 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 MG Roadster30,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAL 140E
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 22,967 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 21,728 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 20,851 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 20,191 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 19,402 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 18,401 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 16,994 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 15,684 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 13,892 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2010 13,892 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 11,971 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 11,971 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 9,749 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 7,128 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 6,458 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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NAL 140E is a 1998 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 30,567 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 NAL 140E, 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 28 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was NAL 140E registered?

NAL 140E is a 1998 MG Roadster, first registered on 17 November 1998.

Is NAL 140E safe to buy?

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