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VYJ 918

1993 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

11,351 mi
Last recorded11,351 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 MG Roadster21,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYJ 918
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 11,351 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 11,242 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 11,147 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 10,923 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 10,757 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 10,683 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 10,254 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 9,982 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 8,848 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 8,422 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 7,803 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 7,573 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 7,569 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 7,294 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 6,634 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 6,634 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 5,490 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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VYJ 918 is a 1993 MG Roadster in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 VYJ 918, 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 VYJ 918 registered?

VYJ 918 is a 1993 MG Roadster, first registered on 6 July 1993.

Is VYJ 918 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYJ 918 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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