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MGZ 511

1993 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,438 mi
Last recorded82,438 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 MG Roadster21,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGZ 511
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 82,438 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 82,160 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 81,663 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 80,647 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 80,630 miles

ns and os rear check straps on axle torn

Fail 29 May 2019 80,624 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

ns and os rear check straps on axle torn

Pass 7 Sep 2015 80,601 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 80,549 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 80,368 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 80,368 miles

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

rear axle check strap snapped

Pass 18 Aug 2012 80,258 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 80,160 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 80,154 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 79,778 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 79,778 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

propshaft defective

Fail 28 Oct 2005 79,748 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear fog lamp tell tale ligth inop

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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MGZ 511 is a 1993 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MGZ 511, 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

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What year was MGZ 511 registered?

MGZ 511 is a 1993 MG Roadster, first registered on 21 May 1993.

Is MGZ 511 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGZ 511 shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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