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FRA 424L

1971 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,399 mi
Last recorded1,399 miles
Recorded on9 May 2012
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRA 424L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 May 2012 1,399 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 658 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 7 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 850 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 791 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 222 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 25 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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FRA 424L is a 1971 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,645 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 FRA 424L, 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 55 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 FRA 424L registered?

FRA 424L is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is FRA 424L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRA 424L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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