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PHU 640R

2003 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,362 mi
Last recorded15,362 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Roadster13,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHU 640R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 15,362 miles

Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box joint (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust box mount slightly det.

clutch slave cylinder leaking.

Pass 11 Aug 2016 15,309 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 15,295 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 14,847 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 14,325 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 13,433 miles

slight coolant leak from radiator.

Fail 14 Jul 2011 13,370 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisey.

Pass 14 Jul 2011 13,370 miles

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisey.

Pass 10 Jun 2010 13,138 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 13,138 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Both rear tyres Are slightly cracked

Pass 23 Mar 2009 13,030 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 12,857 miles

slight play in near side rear wheel brg

Fail 13 Jul 2007 12,856 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 12,542 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jul 2005 12,343 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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PHU 640R is a 2003 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 13,370 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 PHU 640R, 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 23 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PHU 640R registered?

PHU 640R is a 2003 MG Roadster, first registered on 2 July 2003.

Is PHU 640R safe to buy?

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