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CVT 381Y

1983 MG Roadster

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,911 mi
Last recorded23,911 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 MG Roadster69,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVT 381Y
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 23,911 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking/perishing 185/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 23,908 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 23,802 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2020 23,797 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2008 23,717 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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CVT 381Y is a 1983 MG Roadster in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 69,892 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 CVT 381Y, 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 43 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 CVT 381Y?

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What year was CVT 381Y registered?

CVT 381Y is a 1983 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is CVT 381Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVT 381Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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