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MLL 743D

1984 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

10,148 mi
Last recorded10,148 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 1984 MG Roadster26,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLL 743D
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 10,148 miles

Stain on fuel pump

Fail 21 Nov 2023 10,148 miles

Stain on fuel pump

Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts Loom on steering column (4.11 (a) (iii))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 9,835 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 9,449 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 8,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front bumper bracket has one bolt loose

both axel straps split / weak.

Pass 5 Dec 2019 8,182 miles

Brake pipe slightly damaged Front of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165x14 (5.2.3 (e))

Staining on fuel pump.

Fail 5 Dec 2019 8,182 miles

Brake pipe slightly damaged Front of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165x14 (5.2.3 (e))

Staining on fuel pump.

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 6,930 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 5,443 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 1,895 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 895 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Offside Steering arm has spring washers missing from bolts

Pass 19 Dec 2014 99,613 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 99,610 miles

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

offside front seat , back rest bolts loose

oil leak

rev counter faulty

slight twist, neraside front brake hose

wheels have slight play in hub splines

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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MLL 743D is a 1984 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1984 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 26,277 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 MLL 743D, 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 42 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 MLL 743D registered?

MLL 743D is a 1984 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 April 1984.

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