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TGU 278E

2000 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

8,020 mi
Last recorded8,020 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 2000 MG Roadster11,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGU 278E
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 8,020 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 8,019 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 7,482 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 6,857 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 6,309 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 6,008 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 5,936 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 5,373 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 5,373 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 4,994 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 4,229 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 3,392 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 1,887 miles

1.OSR brake reading poor.

Pass 22 Feb 2012 1,489 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 1,084 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 845 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 22 Feb 2010 845 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 170 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 17,119 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 15,628 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 15,627 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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TGU 278E is a 2000 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2000 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 11,744 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 TGU 278E, 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 26 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was TGU 278E registered?

TGU 278E is a 2000 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is TGU 278E safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGU 278E shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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