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PKE 119F

1997 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,402 mi
Last recorded20,402 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 MG Roadster24,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKE 119F
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2025 20,402 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 20,286 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 20,122 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 19,506 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 19,438 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 19,404 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 18,922 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 18,881 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 18,877 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/70/15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/70/15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 18,214 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 17,464 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly worn on inside edge

Pass 18 Nov 2014 16,854 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 16,794 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 16,564 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 16,529 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 16,519 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 16,482 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2008 70,601 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 14,202 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 11,555 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2005 11,308 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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PKE 119F is a 1997 MG Roadster in Green with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 PKE 119F, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PKE 119F?

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What year was PKE 119F registered?

PKE 119F is a 1997 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is PKE 119F safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKE 119F shows 21 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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