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NMU 162L

1972 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,638 mi
Last recorded33,638 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2009
Typical for 1972 MG Roadster39,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMU 162L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2009 33,638 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 33,034 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 8,893 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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NMU 162L is a 1972 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 39,049 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 NMU 162L, 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 54 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NMU 162L?

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What year was NMU 162L registered?

NMU 162L is a 1972 MG Roadster, first registered on 30 August 1972.

Is NMU 162L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMU 162L shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NMU 162L have outstanding finance?

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