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BJU 886T

1979 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,834 mi
Last recorded72,834 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 1979 MG Roadster44,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJU 886T
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 72,834 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 72,833 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 72,780 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 72,753 miles

exhaust bracket broken

oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2011 75,683 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 72,649 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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BJU 886T is a 1979 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 44,852 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 BJU 886T, 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 47 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 BJU 886T registered?

BJU 886T is a 1979 MG Roadster, first registered on 14 March 1979.

Is BJU 886T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJU 886T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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