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HBO 538N

1975 MG Roadster

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,340 mi
Last recorded32,340 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1975 MG Roadster27,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBO 538N
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 32,340 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 30,487 miles

off side front wheel bearing slight noise

rear leaf spring bushes poor

Pass 4 May 2013 29,864 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2013 29,864 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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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HBO 538N is a 1975 MG Roadster in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 27,577 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 HBO 538N, 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 51 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HBO 538N?

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What year was HBO 538N registered?

HBO 538N is a 1975 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 February 1975.

Is HBO 538N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBO 538N shows 4 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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