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BIL 1654

1974 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,120 mi
Last recorded5,120 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 1974 MG Roadster25,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIL 1654
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 5,120 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 4,915 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 4,627 miles

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak, mfrom diff

rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 9 Jul 2009 4,627 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak, mfrom diff

rear tyres starting to perish

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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BIL 1654 is a 1974 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 25,154 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 BIL 1654, 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 52 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 BIL 1654?

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What year was BIL 1654 registered?

BIL 1654 is a 1974 MG Roadster, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is BIL 1654 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIL 1654 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.

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