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ADR 880W

1980 MG Roadster

Maroon Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,498 mi
Last recorded63,498 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1980 MG Roadster48,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADR 880W
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1980
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 63,498 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 58,373 miles

sill covers fitted

Fail 11 Jul 2016 58,360 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sills (5.2.6)

sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2015 51,919 miles

windscreen cracked outside swept area n/s

Fail 30 Jun 2015 71,708 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f wheel brg slight noise

windscreen cracked outside swept area n/s

Fail 29 May 2013 47,116 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2012 45,575 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 44,573 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 43,447 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 43,447 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 42,406 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 41,038 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 39,426 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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ADR 880W is a 1980 MG Roadster in Maroon with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1980 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 48,973 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 ADR 880W, 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 46 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ADR 880W?

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What year was ADR 880W registered?

ADR 880W is a 1980 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is ADR 880W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADR 880W shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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