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RJL 536N

1999 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,508 mi
Last recorded29,508 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2008
Typical for 1999 MG Roadster20,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJL 536N
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Oct 2008 29,508 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 29,508 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 24,984 miles

Oil leak

vehicle is heavly undersealed

Fail 30 Oct 2007 24,983 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

vehicle is heavly undersealed

Pass 4 Oct 2006 19,070 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2005 17,327 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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RJL 536N is a 1999 MG Roadster in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 20,480 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 RJL 536N, 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 27 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 RJL 536N?

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What year was RJL 536N registered?

RJL 536N is a 1999 MG Roadster, first registered on 6 October 1999.

Is RJL 536N safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJL 536N shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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