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SGK 532V

1998 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,882 mi
Last recorded54,882 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 1998 MG Roadster30,567 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGK 532V
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 54,882 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 54,571 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 54,463 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 54,461 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 May 2010 54,184 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2009 53,814 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 53,507 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 53,507 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 52,381 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 51,306 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 51,306 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2005 50,972 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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SGK 532V is a 1998 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 SGK 532V, 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.

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What year was SGK 532V registered?

SGK 532V is a 1998 MG Roadster, first registered on 22 October 1998.

Is SGK 532V safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGK 532V shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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