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KBF 174C

1993 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,219 mi
Last recorded72,219 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2018
Typical for 1993 MG Roadster21,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBF 174C
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2018 72,219 miles

Nearside Rear tyre walls cracking slightly

Pass 7 Sep 2016 72,094 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread and walls cracking

Pass 4 Oct 2007 72,078 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 72,059 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 72,059 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 72,032 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 14 Sep 2005 72,032 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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KBF 174C is a 1993 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1993 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 21,440 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 KBF 174C, 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 33 years old, this MG Roadster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KBF 174C?

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What year was KBF 174C registered?

KBF 174C is a 1993 MG Roadster, first registered on 4 May 1993.

Is KBF 174C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBF 174C shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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