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MAB 132T

1979 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,988 mi
Last recorded71,988 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1979 MG Roadster44,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAB 132T
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 71,988 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front king pin slight play

Pass 5 Jul 2019 71,686 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 71,347 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 70,739 miles

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

offside seat belt slow to retract

Fail 19 Jul 2016 70,726 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

offside seat belt slow to retract

Pass 8 Apr 2014 70,611 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 70,568 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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MAB 132T is a 1979 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 MAB 132T, 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

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What year was MAB 132T registered?

MAB 132T is a 1979 MG Roadster, first registered on 6 February 1979.

Is MAB 132T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAB 132T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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