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R947 MGP

1998 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,731 mi
Last recorded90,731 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2008
Typical for 1998 MG Roadster30,567 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR947 MGP
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2008 90,731 miles

slight play in off side front wheel bearing

Pass 24 Mar 2007 79,322 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 66,658 miles

engine oil leack

off side front tyre on 1.6 legal limit

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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R947 MGP is a 1998 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R947 MGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R947 MGP registered?

R947 MGP is a 1998 MG Roadster, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R947 MGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R947 MGP shows 3 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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