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ETU 710K

1972 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,844 mi
Last recorded5,844 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 1972 MG Roadster39,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETU 710K
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2011 5,844 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

battries flat ?

Fail 14 Jun 2010 5,291 miles

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

centre silencer bracket loose and ratteling

n/side rear hub leaking oil

Pass 14 Jun 2010 5,291 miles

centre silencer bracket loose and ratteling

n/side rear hub leaking oil

Pass 19 Jun 2009 5,143 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 4,418 miles

exhaust bracket not tight on pipe

Pass 4 Jun 2007 4,256 miles

rear spring u bolts loose both

Fail 4 Jun 2007 4,256 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear spring u bolts loose both

Pass 1 Jun 2006 3,698 miles

rear silencer mounting not tight on pipe ?

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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ETU 710K is a 1972 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 ETU 710K, 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

How do I check the history of ETU 710K?

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What year was ETU 710K registered?

ETU 710K is a 1972 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is ETU 710K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETU 710K shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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