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DKX 230T

1978 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,419 mi
Last recorded43,419 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKX 230T
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 43,419 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened corroded slightly (5.3.1 (d) (i))

n/s/r and o/s/r suspension arms slightly corroded

n/s/r and o/s/r suspension rubber belts slightly perished and frayed

Pass 1 Jun 2018 43,135 miles

there is under the car some welding done and there is some rust.

Fail 23 May 2018 43,128 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

there is under the car some welding done and there is some rust.

Pass 11 Sep 2014 42,814 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 42,814 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 42,086 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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DKX 230T is a 1978 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DKX 230T, 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 DKX 230T registered?

DKX 230T is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 24 November 1978.

Is DKX 230T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKX 230T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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