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TRP 116F

1997 MG Roadster

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,825 mi
Last recorded86,825 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 MG Roadster24,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRP 116F
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2010 86,825 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 86,821 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Upper Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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TRP 116F is a 1997 MG Roadster in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 24,019 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 TRP 116F, 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 29 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was TRP 116F registered?

TRP 116F is a 1997 MG Roadster, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is TRP 116F safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRP 116F shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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