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WFO 188

1996 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,712 mi
Last recorded37,712 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 MG Roadster29,530 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFO 188
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2014 37,712 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 37,712 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 37,714 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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WFO 188 is a 1996 MG Roadster in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WFO 188, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WFO 188?

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What year was WFO 188 registered?

WFO 188 is a 1996 MG Roadster, first registered on 18 September 1996.

Is WFO 188 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFO 188 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WFO 188 have outstanding finance?

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