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YRD 502C

2003 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,537 mi
Last recorded25,537 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Roadster13,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRD 502C
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 25,537 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 25,209 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 24,745 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 24,308 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 23,793 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 23,789 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

rear brake readings fluctuate and n/s handbrake effort reading low

Pass 17 Sep 2020 22,224 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 21,658 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 21,658 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 21,311 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 20,754 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 20,573 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 20,121 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 19,206 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 19,206 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 17,066 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 13,615 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 12,690 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 10,193 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 8,203 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 6,195 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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YRD 502C is a 2003 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 13,370 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 YRD 502C, 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 23 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YRD 502C registered?

YRD 502C is a 2003 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is YRD 502C safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRD 502C shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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