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XRW 48J

1994 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

26,580 mi
Last recorded26,580 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 MG Roadster19,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRW 48J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 26,580 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 26,454 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 26,026 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 25,514 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 25,316 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 25,176 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 24,970 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 23,414 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 22,438 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 20,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Jan 2017 20,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 17,989 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 17,988 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 16,463 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 16,186 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 15,591 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 14,527 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 13,622 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nerside rear parking brake slow coming on

Pass 15 Sep 2009 12,698 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 12,697 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 12,073 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 11,539 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 11,165 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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XRW 48J is a 1994 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1994 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 19,978 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 XRW 48J, 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 32 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 XRW 48J registered?

XRW 48J is a 1994 MG Roadster, first registered on 16 May 1994.

Is XRW 48J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRW 48J shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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