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YSU 864

1959 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,354 mi
Last recorded11,354 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1959 MG Roadster57,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSU 864
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 11,354 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 11,330 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 11,273 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 9,529 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 7,380 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 5,988 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 5,988 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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YSU 864 is a 1959 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1959 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 57,354 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 YSU 864, 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 67 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YSU 864?

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What year was YSU 864 registered?

YSU 864 is a 1959 MG Roadster, first registered on 31 December 1959.

Is YSU 864 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSU 864 shows 7 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.

Does YSU 864 have outstanding finance?

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