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NGK 38D

1966 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

89,324 mi
Last recorded89,324 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1966 MG Roadster27,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGK 38D
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 89,324 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 87,999 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 87,999 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 87,268 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 86,638 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 86,101 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 85,439 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 83,934 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 82,945 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 82,433 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 81,690 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 80,988 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2014 80,294 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 79,228 miles

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

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2012 77,014 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 75,856 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 75,589 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 74,947 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Aug 2008 74,061 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 73,093 miles

slight wear in handbrake lever sideways

Pass 3 Jun 2006 71,919 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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NGK 38D is a 1966 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1966 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 27,263 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 NGK 38D, 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 60 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NGK 38D registered?

NGK 38D is a 1966 MG Roadster, first registered on 5 January 1966.

Is NGK 38D safe to buy?

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