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BAG 689S

1978 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,180 mi
Last recorded19,180 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAG 689S
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 19,180 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 18,866 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 18,606 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 18,279 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 16,645 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 15,310 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 14,213 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

inbalance in rear servise brake aplication

Pass 9 May 2011 14,213 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

inbalance in rear servise brake aplication

Pass 11 May 2010 14,102 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 13,703 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 12,368 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 11,088 miles

all 4 tyres low on tread

Pass 17 May 2006 8,051 miles

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

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

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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BAG 689S is a 1978 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 BAG 689S, 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

How do I check the history of BAG 689S?

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What year was BAG 689S registered?

BAG 689S is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BAG 689S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAG 689S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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