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SKR 197G

1996 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,408 mi
Last recorded14,408 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 1996 MG Roadster29,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKR 197G
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 14,408 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 12,808 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 12,478 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 12,428 miles

water pump worn noise and has play

Pass 17 Sep 2014 12,398 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 12,394 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 11,767 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 9,680 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 9,487 miles

osr brake back plate has signs of oil

Pass 2 Sep 2010 8,838 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear axel slightly bias to nearside

slight leak on offside rear halfshaft seal

Pass 22 Sep 2009 7,037 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 6,512 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 5,483 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 4,984 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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SKR 197G is a 1996 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SKR 197G, 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.

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How do I check the history of SKR 197G?

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What year was SKR 197G registered?

SKR 197G is a 1996 MG Roadster, first registered on 22 August 1996.

Is SKR 197G safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKR 197G shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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