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DRJ 940L

1980 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,007 mi
Last recorded71,007 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 1980 MG Roadster48,973 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRJ 940L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 71,007 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 71,007 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

N.S.R. Drive shaft leaking oil.

Pass 23 Jan 2016 70,900 miles

n/s/r brake backplate damp

oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2014 70,761 miles

Slight binding on the rear brakes.

Pass 25 Jul 2013 70,557 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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DRJ 940L is a 1980 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 48,973 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 DRJ 940L, 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 46 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 DRJ 940L registered?

DRJ 940L is a 1980 MG Roadster, first registered on 17 April 1980.

Is DRJ 940L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRJ 940L 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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