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VUB 905R

1991 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

73,962 mi
Last recorded73,962 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 1991 MG Roadster26,142 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUB 905R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 73,962 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2023 73,962 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 73,542 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 73,282 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 72,862 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower arms (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 72,484 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 71,690 miles

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

n/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 26 Mar 2014 71,062 miles

headlights bit cloudy

n/s/f and o/s/f bottom joint dust cover deterioated

o/s/f seatbelt web slight fluffing

Fail 18 Mar 2014 71,046 miles

Inner Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

n/s/f and o/s/f bottom joint dust cover deterioated

front reg plate slight damage

headlights bit cloudy

o/s/f seatbelt web slight fluffing

Pass 24 May 2013 70,606 miles

nearside door mirror is not fitted

Fail 24 May 2013 70,606 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

nearside door mirror is not fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2012 69,408 miles

n/s/r wheel bearing slight noise

Fail 23 Apr 2012 69,393 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

battery insecure

brake pedal anti slip deteriorated

n/s/r wheel bearing slight noise

o/s/f seatbelt twisted

o/s/f track rod end clip for rubber catches wheel

Fail 22 Nov 2010 69,134 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 69,134 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 67,119 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2008 66,512 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 65,092 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 65,092 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 64,817 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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VUB 905R is a 1991 MG Roadster in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1991 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 26,142 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 VUB 905R, 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 35 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VUB 905R registered?

VUB 905R is a 1991 MG Roadster, first registered on 25 July 1991.

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