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FND 108T

1978 MG Roadster

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

57,523 mi
Last recorded57,523 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFND 108T
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2026 57,523 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 57,086 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 56,552 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 56,551 miles

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 56,311 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 56,079 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 55,789 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 55,514 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 54,993 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 53,733 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 53,733 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 53,265 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 53,115 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken

Pass 24 Jun 2015 52,752 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 52,752 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 52,526 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 51,539 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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FND 108T is a 1978 MG Roadster in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1978 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 40,952 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 FND 108T, 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 48 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 FND 108T registered?

FND 108T is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 21 August 1978.

Is FND 108T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FND 108T shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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