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FMF 872J

1979 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,822 mi
Last recorded53,822 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1979 MG Roadster44,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMF 872J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 53,822 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 53,523 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 24 May 2016 53,523 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped under side engine (3.6.B.1)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 52,672 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 52,643 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 52,418 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 52,304 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 51,873 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 51,681 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 51,650 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 51,351 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 51,340 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 51,339 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

nsr shocker leaking

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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FMF 872J is a 1979 MG Roadster in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1979 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 44,852 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 FMF 872J, 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 47 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 FMF 872J registered?

FMF 872J is a 1979 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is FMF 872J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMF 872J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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