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SFO 869

1996 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,128 mi
Last recorded25,128 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 1996 MG Roadster29,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFO 869
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 May 2024 25,128 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 24,953 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 24,497 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 24,214 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 23,812 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 23,126 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 22,711 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 21,900 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 21,448 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 90,655 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 90,162 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 89,484 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 88,838 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 87,932 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 87,101 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 86,335 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 83,238 miles

slight stain on fuel tank

Pass 5 Jul 2006 78,407 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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SFO 869 is a 1996 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 29,530 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 SFO 869, 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 30 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 SFO 869 registered?

SFO 869 is a 1996 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is SFO 869 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFO 869 shows 18 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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