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YNU 178S

1998 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,446 mi
Last recorded62,446 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 MG Roadster30,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNU 178S
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 62,446 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 62,444 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2017 61,598 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 61,296 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

middle wiper starting to spli

Pass 24 Apr 2015 60,781 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s rear hub seal starting to leak

Pass 9 May 2014 60,405 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s rear hub seal starting to leak

Pass 26 Apr 2013 59,946 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s rear hub seal starting to leak

Pass 10 Apr 2012 59,538 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 58,636 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 58,212 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 57,746 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 56,583 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 55,332 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 54,214 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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YNU 178S is a 1998 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1998 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 30,567 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 YNU 178S, 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 28 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YNU 178S registered?

YNU 178S is a 1998 MG Roadster, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is YNU 178S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNU 178S shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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