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WSJ 781

1999 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

90,737 mi
Last recorded90,737 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 1999 MG Roadster20,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSJ 781
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 90,737 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 90,737 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2017 89,819 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 89,781 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 89,480 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 89,480 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 89,057 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 88,984 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 88,947 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 88,833 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 88,248 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 87,313 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 85,808 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 85,669 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 85,669 miles

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

Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 85,398 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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WSJ 781 is a 1999 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1999 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 20,480 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 WSJ 781, 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 27 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WSJ 781 registered?

WSJ 781 is a 1999 MG Roadster, first registered on 18 March 1999.

Is WSJ 781 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSJ 781 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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