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VHN 123F

1996 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,787 mi
Last recorded27,787 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1996 MG Roadster29,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHN 123F
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 27,787 miles

slight play in o/s/f & n/s/f swivel pins

Pass 18 Apr 2016 26,648 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hub (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hub (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 26,395 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 26,379 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 26,217 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 26,149 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 25,698 miles

rear brake's showing imbalance at 25%

Fail 22 Apr 2011 25,698 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

rear brake's showing imbalance at 25%

Pass 29 Apr 2010 25,674 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 25,481 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 24,192 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 22,376 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 20,784 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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VHN 123F is a 1996 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 29,530 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 VHN 123F, 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 30 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VHN 123F registered?

VHN 123F is a 1996 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is VHN 123F safe to buy?

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