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MFM 99J

1971 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,265 mi
Last recorded11,265 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFM 99J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 11,265 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 11,176 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 11,059 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 11,059 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 10,847 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 10,682 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 10,543 miles

NEAR SIDE REAR CHECK STRAP ON AXLE NUR NOT FULLY ONTO STUD also ALL REAR U BOLTS NYLOCK ON BOLTS JUST ON THREAD

Pass 26 Mar 2011 10,024 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 9,578 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 9,574 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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MFM 99J is a 1971 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,645 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 MFM 99J, 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 55 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MFM 99J registered?

MFM 99J is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 19 April 1971.

Is MFM 99J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFM 99J shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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