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ABD 415S

1978 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1759cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

67,642 mi
Last recorded67,642 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABD 415S
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,759cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 67,642 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 67,236 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 66,808 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 66,313 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 May 2013 65,616 miles

Both sides front brake discs slghtly corroded

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

Stone chips in windscreen

Fail 30 May 2013 65,616 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Both sides front brake discs slghtly corroded

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

Stone chips in windscreen

Pass 25 May 2012 65,430 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 65,405 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 19 Sep 2009 64,609 miles

Oil leak

slight oil leak from n/s rear hub oil seal

slight play in king pins

slight play in steering rack

Pass 27 Sep 2008 62,568 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 62,567 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 11 Sep 2007 59,270 miles

slight play in steering rack

Fail 11 Sep 2007 59,270 miles

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

slight play in steering rack

Pass 10 Aug 2006 55,573 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 55,573 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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ABD 415S is a 1978 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,759cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1978 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 40,952 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 ABD 415S, 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 48 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABD 415S registered?

ABD 415S is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is ABD 415S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABD 415S shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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