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DRY 832K

1972 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,981 mi
Last recorded77,981 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Roadster39,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRY 832K
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 77,981 miles

Nearside Rear Axle limit straps perishing

Offside Rear Axle limit straps perishing

Fail 17 Jun 2026 77,980 miles

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle limit straps perishing

Offside Rear Axle limit straps perishing

Pass 11 Jun 2025 77,221 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 77,196 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 76,497 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 70,111 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 69,725 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 69,447 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 68,920 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 68,366 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 67,884 miles

possible weep of fluid from o/s/f shocker

Pass 29 Jun 2006 67,153 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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DRY 832K is a 1972 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 39,049 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 DRY 832K, 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 54 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRY 832K registered?

DRY 832K is a 1972 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is DRY 832K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRY 832K shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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