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XSL 507

2001 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,361 mi
Last recorded10,361 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Roadster20,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSL 507
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 10,361 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s ()

Pass 24 Jun 2016 10,130 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 9,888 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 9,478 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 9,214 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

brake pedal travelling

indicator switch none standard

Fail 19 May 2008 9,212 miles

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

brake pedal travelling

indicator switch none standard

Pass 30 Mar 2007 8,502 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 6,696 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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XSL 507 is a 2001 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 20,954 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 XSL 507, 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 25 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was XSL 507 registered?

XSL 507 is a 2001 MG Roadster, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is XSL 507 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSL 507 shows 8 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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