CarVerify

Free Car Check

DTM 329D

1981 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 3528cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,017 mi
Last recorded8,017 miles
Recorded on19 May 2008
Typical for 1981 MG Roadster50,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTM 329D
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2008 8,017 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Slight imperfection in sidewall of O/S/F tyre.

Steering column slightly fouling on exhaust manifold.

Pass 5 Apr 2007 7,674 miles

Slight engine oil leak

Fail 5 Apr 2007 7,674 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Slight engine oil leak

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 31 Mar 2006 7,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

steering input shaft slightley fouling exhaust manifold

Pass 31 Mar 2006 7,032 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

steering input shaft slightley fouling exhaust manifold

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
Full MG Roadster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DTM 329D is a 1981 MG Roadster in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 50,008 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 DTM 329D, 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 45 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DTM 329D?

You can check the full history of DTM 329D by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DTM 329D registered?

DTM 329D is a 1981 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 May 1981.

Is DTM 329D safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTM 329D shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DTM 329D have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DTM 329D. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.