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Q496RYT

1987 MG Roadster

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,582 mi
Last recorded31,582 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 1987 MG Roadster30,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ496RYT
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2022 31,582 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 31,456 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 31,276 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 30,993 miles

THIS CAR HAS BEEN PRESENTED LIKE BRAND NEW

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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Q496RYT is a 1987 MG Roadster in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 30,824 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 Q496RYT, 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 39 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q496RYT registered?

Q496RYT is a 1987 MG Roadster, first registered on 16 February 1987.

Is Q496RYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q496RYT shows 4 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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