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MSV 292

1978 MG Roadster

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,018 mi
Last recorded19,018 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSV 292
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 19,018 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leak spring corroding.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Leafspring corroding.

Pass 24 Apr 2018 18,823 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 24 Apr 2018 18,823 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 18,679 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 18,261 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded At chassis rail. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 18,091 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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MSV 292 is a 1978 MG Roadster in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 40,952 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 MSV 292, 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 48 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 MSV 292 registered?

MSV 292 is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 7 August 1978.

Is MSV 292 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSV 292 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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