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DNP 118S

1978 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

2,308 mi
Last recorded2,308 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNP 118S
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 2,308 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 2,049 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 1,541 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 1,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 256 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 99,966 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front wheel tyre treads worn on inner side edge

Pass 11 Feb 2013 98,942 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 96,641 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 93,658 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 91,218 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 89,871 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 87,721 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 86,027 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 84,167 miles

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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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DNP 118S is a 1978 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc 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 DNP 118S, 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.

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What year was DNP 118S registered?

DNP 118S is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 3 January 1978.

Is DNP 118S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNP 118S 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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