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ORH 821P

2005 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,734 mi
Last recorded6,734 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 MG Roadster12,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORH 821P
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 6,734 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 6,733 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users Bonnet (6.1.B.1b)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder locking device missing (3.6.A.2d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2016 5,207 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 May 2015 3,706 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 3,677 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 3,677 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2013 3,670 miles

bonnet insulation becoming detached

offside front wheel slight play

Pass 17 Apr 2012 3,655 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 3,652 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 3,546 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 3,499 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 3,169 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 2,760 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 2,760 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

offside rear parking brake recording low effort

Pass 11 Mar 2006 1,452 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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ORH 821P is a 2005 MG Roadster in Blue with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 12,079 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ORH 821P, 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 21 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 ORH 821P registered?

ORH 821P is a 2005 MG Roadster, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is ORH 821P safe to buy?

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