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AIB 8282

1981 MG Roadster

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,294 mi
Last recorded68,294 miles
Recorded on1 May 2009
Typical for 1981 MG Roadster50,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAIB 8282
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2009 68,294 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 68,122 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 68,122 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 67,976 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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AIB 8282 is a 1981 MG Roadster in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 50,008 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 AIB 8282, 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 45 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 AIB 8282?

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What year was AIB 8282 registered?

AIB 8282 is a 1981 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is AIB 8282 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AIB 8282 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AIB 8282 have outstanding finance?

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