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SBF 30L

1989 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,523 mi
Last recorded32,523 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2006
Typical for 1989 MG Roadster31,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBF 30L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2006 32,523 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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SBF 30L is a 1989 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 31,818 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 SBF 30L, 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 37 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SBF 30L registered?

SBF 30L is a 1989 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is SBF 30L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBF 30L shows 1 test 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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