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DLB 541Y

1983 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

85,133 mi
Last recorded85,133 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 1983 MG Roadster69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLB 541Y
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 85,133 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 84,959 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 84,959 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Under bonnet soundproofing hanging on engine (fire risk).

Pass 11 Feb 2011 84,413 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 84,413 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 84,098 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 84,098 miles

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

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

Puncture n/s/r tyre.

Pass 8 Jul 2008 83,873 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 83,804 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 83,514 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 83,514 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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DLB 541Y is a 1983 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 DLB 541Y, 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.

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What year was DLB 541Y registered?

DLB 541Y is a 1983 MG Roadster, first registered on 18 March 1983.

Is DLB 541Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLB 541Y shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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