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DCG 486K

1971 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,527 mi
Last recorded39,527 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCG 486K
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 39,527 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2019 39,527 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 May 2018 38,172 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 37,126 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 35,912 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 34,415 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 32,242 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 30,267 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 30,267 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2012 30,056 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 28,824 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 25,757 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 25,757 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 25,240 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 23,207 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 23,207 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 19,822 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 16,954 miles

slight play in 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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DCG 486K is a 1971 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1971 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,645 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 DCG 486K, 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 55 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DCG 486K registered?

DCG 486K is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 4 November 1971.

Is DCG 486K safe to buy?

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