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HGV 861V

1979 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,622 mi
Last recorded56,622 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2009
Typical for 1979 MG Roadster44,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGV 861V
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2009 56,622 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 55,152 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Fail 27 Mar 2008 55,151 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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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HGV 861V is a 1979 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 HGV 861V, 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

How do I check the history of HGV 861V?

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What year was HGV 861V registered?

HGV 861V is a 1979 MG Roadster, first registered on 13 August 1979.

Is HGV 861V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGV 861V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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