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WSU 495

1990 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,734 mi
Last recorded8,734 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 1990 MG Roadster28,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSU 495
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 8,734 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 8,575 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 8,515 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 8,450 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 8,389 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 8,305 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2012 8,108 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 May 2012 8,108 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2011 7,985 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 7,865 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2010 7,865 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 7,806 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 7,670 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 May 2007 7,484 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 7,204 miles
Pass 12 May 2005 6,803 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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WSU 495 is a 1990 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 28,553 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 WSU 495, 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 36 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WSU 495 registered?

WSU 495 is a 1990 MG Roadster, first registered on 18 January 1990.

Is WSU 495 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSU 495 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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