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BWY 436S

1978 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,495 mi
Last recorded11,495 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWY 436S
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 11,495 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 11,443 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 11,354 miles

Offside Rear Outer Sill panel has slight corrosion

Pass 4 May 2016 11,218 miles

corrosion to offside rear outer sill

Pass 9 May 2015 10,993 miles

corrosion to offside rear outer sill

Pass 25 Apr 2014 10,696 miles

corrosion started to offside rear outer sill

Pass 6 Oct 2012 10,540 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 10,153 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 9,680 miles

intermittantly horn not loud enough

Pass 3 Oct 2009 9,181 miles

nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Oct 2008 8,425 miles

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2008 8,413 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 7,916 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 6,738 miles

hydro carbons high @idle close to limit

play in off side & near side steering rack

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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BWY 436S is a 1978 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BWY 436S, 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

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What year was BWY 436S registered?

BWY 436S is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BWY 436S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWY 436S shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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