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UEX 875W

1986 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,485 mi
Last recorded89,485 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2020
Typical for 1986 MG Roadster66,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEX 875W
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2020 89,485 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 89,485 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 89,485 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 89,488 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 89,485 miles

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Fail 2 Sep 2014 89,485 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 22 Apr 2008 88,180 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 86,606 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

nearside rear fog light not working

oil leak

slight bind on offside rear brake

Pass 20 Apr 2006 85,751 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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UEX 875W is a 1986 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1986 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 66,270 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 UEX 875W, 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 40 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UEX 875W?

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What year was UEX 875W registered?

UEX 875W is a 1986 MG Roadster, first registered on 22 July 1986.

Is UEX 875W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEX 875W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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