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LNP 870X

1982 MG Mgb Roadster

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

10,401 mi
Last recorded10,401 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 1982 MG Mgb Roadster73,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNP 870X
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1982
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2021 10,401 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 9,261 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 8,634 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 8,028 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 7,247 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 7,247 miles

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 12 May 2015 6,516 miles

Both rear brakes have some binding evident

Fail 12 May 2015 6,516 miles

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

Both rear brakes have some binding evident

Fail 14 May 2014 5,471 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 May 2014 5,471 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 May 2013 3,564 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s rear brake efficiency both foot and handbrake

Fail 2 May 2012 2,546 miles

Engine oil cooler insecure

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Indicator flash rate slow

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

n/s rear both service and park brake reduced efficeincy

Pass 2 May 2012 2,546 miles

Engine oil cooler insecure

Indicator flash rate slow

n/s rear both service and park brake reduced efficeincy

Pass 17 May 2011 2,014 miles

Minor coolant leak at lower hose.

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

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

Oil leak

Some oil appears to be leaking from steering rack.

Fail 17 May 2011 2,014 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Minor coolant leak at lower hose.

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

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

Oil leak

Some oil appears to be leaking from steering rack.

Pass 1 Jun 2010 1,191 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 605 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 605 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 99,815 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 16 Jul 2008 99,815 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 99,657 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 99,652 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2006 99,577 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb Roadster?

Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Stop lamp not working 33
brake binding 32
position lamp(s) not working 30
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LNP 870X is a 1982 MG Mgb Roadster in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1982 MG Mgb Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 73,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LNP 870X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 44 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LNP 870X registered?

LNP 870X is a 1982 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 1 June 1982.

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