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MHE 172M

1974 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,154 mi
Last recorded25,154 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 1974 MG Roadster25,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHE 172M
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 25,154 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 25,154 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 25,154 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 24,935 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 24,583 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 24,131 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 23,605 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 23,176 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 22,625 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 22,152 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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MHE 172M is a 1974 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1974 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 25,154 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 MHE 172M, 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 52 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 MHE 172M registered?

MHE 172M is a 1974 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 July 1974.

Is MHE 172M safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHE 172M shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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