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GWU 254N

1974 MG Roadster

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,761 mi
Last recorded16,761 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Roadster25,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWU 254N
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 16,761 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 16,197 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 15,755 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 15,331 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 150,090 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 150,090 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fail 8 Jun 2013 15,012 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

n/s seatbelt outer case missing

Pass 26 Apr 2012 14,306 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 13,715 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside rear tyre has slight bulge on side wall

Unable to check brake pipes due to being undersealed

Pass 26 May 2010 13,356 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 13,382 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 12,739 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2008 12,062 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 10,626 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 10,243 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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GWU 254N is a 1974 MG Roadster in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 25,154 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 GWU 254N, 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 52 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 GWU 254N registered?

GWU 254N is a 1974 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 November 1974.

Is GWU 254N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWU 254N shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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