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A907 RGF

1983 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

2,529 mi
Last recorded2,529 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1983 MG Roadster69,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA907 RGF
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 2,529 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Fail 29 Jun 2017 2,529 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2016 1,082 miles

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

offside front steering rack boot has slight split

offside front track rod end gaiter split

oil leak

slight play in offside inner rack joint

Fail 29 Jun 2015 99,807 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 99,807 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 98,033 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 98,033 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 96,565 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside front top trunnion lock nut/does not appear locked !!

Fail 7 Jun 2013 96,565 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside front top trunnion lock nut/does not appear locked !!

Pass 15 Jun 2012 95,278 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside door mirror insecure

Offside front tyre perished

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2011 94,962 miles

Engine over heated

Oil leak

Slight imbalance front brakes

Fail 1 Jun 2011 94,962 miles

Engine over heated

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

Oil leak

Slight imbalance front brakes

Fail 7 Nov 2009 94,955 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Drivers interior mirror loose and insecure

Lower suspension arm locking nuts only just locking

Near side rear sill poorly repaired

Pass 8 Mar 2008 94,691 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 94,539 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 93,274 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 93,274 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

offside rear tyre perishing

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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A907 RGF is a 1983 MG Roadster in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1983 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 69,892 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 A907 RGF, 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 43 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A907 RGF registered?

A907 RGF is a 1983 MG Roadster, first registered on 25 August 1983.

Is A907 RGF safe to buy?

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