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VAG 445R

2000 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,055 mi
Last recorded37,055 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2020
Typical for 2000 MG Roadster11,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAG 445R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2020 37,055 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 36,522 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 35,378 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 33,979 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 31,839 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 29,614 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2014 27,509 miles

smell of fuel on engine but no leak's at time of test

Pass 13 Dec 2013 27,476 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

handrake cable strap snapped

Fail 12 Dec 2013 27,456 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

handrake cable strap snapped

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 3 May 2011 26,248 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 26,248 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 24,928 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2010 24,928 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Pass 1 May 2009 23,530 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 22,068 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 22,068 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 21,247 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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VAG 445R is a 2000 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 VAG 445R, 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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VAG 445R is a 2000 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 May 2000.

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