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MEN 542H

1970 MG Mgb Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,690 mi
Last recorded42,690 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2014
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb Roadster31,491 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEN 542H
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2014 42,690 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 26 Jun 2014 42,690 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 42,106 miles

Fuel pump + and pipes insecure. and leaking

Pass 1 Jul 2011 41,068 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2010 39,588 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 39,588 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 38,229 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 36,987 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 35,450 miles

one out two reg plate lamps not working

Pass 14 Jul 2006 34,190 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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MEN 542H is a 1970 MG Mgb Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgb Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 31,491 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 MEN 542H, 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 56 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MEN 542H is a 1970 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 7 May 1970.

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