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SBR 107P

1990 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

8,990 mi
Last recorded8,990 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 MG Roadster28,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBR 107P
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 8,990 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 8,949 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2024 8,946 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 8,917 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 8,888 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 8,886 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 8,710 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 8,588 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 8,513 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 8,513 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 8,374 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 8,257 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 8,253 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2010 7,959 miles

Cooling fans appear inoperative

Fail 12 Apr 2010 7,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Cooling fans appear inoperative

Pass 6 Apr 2009 7,753 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 7,753 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 7,635 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 7,038 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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SBR 107P is a 1990 MG Roadster in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1990 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 28,553 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 SBR 107P, 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 36 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SBR 107P?

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What year was SBR 107P registered?

SBR 107P is a 1990 MG Roadster, first registered on 15 November 1990.

Is SBR 107P safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBR 107P shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SBR 107P have outstanding finance?

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