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HTK 987P

1975 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

21,966 mi
Last recorded21,966 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1975 MG Roadster27,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTK 987P
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 21,966 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 21,965 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 25 Jul 2016 21,964 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 21,963 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 21,961 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 21,960 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 21,960 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 21,928 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 21,912 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 21,911 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 21,903 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 21,902 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 21,878 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 21,820 miles

Oil leak

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 21,820 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Oil leak

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 21,778 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 21,690 miles

Centre Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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HTK 987P is a 1975 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 HTK 987P, 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

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What year was HTK 987P registered?

HTK 987P is a 1975 MG Roadster, first registered on 26 September 1975.

Is HTK 987P safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTK 987P shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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