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UFC 239P

2001 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

22,005 mi
Last recorded22,005 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 MG Roadster20,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFC 239P
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 22,005 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 22,005 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid nearside/offside (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2015 21,722 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 21,466 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 21,457 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 May 2013 21,249 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 21,012 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 20,794 miles

Oil leak

clutch slave slightly leaking

Pass 14 May 2010 20,699 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 20,472 miles

Coolant leak

c.o. level close to limit 4.3%

Pass 12 Apr 2008 20,163 miles

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 5 Apr 2008 20,163 miles

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

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2007 19,827 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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UFC 239P is a 2001 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 20,954 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 UFC 239P, 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 25 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was UFC 239P registered?

UFC 239P is a 2001 MG Roadster, first registered on 13 July 2001.

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