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OOU 754M

1973 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,150 mi
Last recorded60,150 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOU 754M
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 60,150 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 59,946 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 58,001 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 57,999 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 50,670 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 50,561 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

play in front suspension

Pass 20 Jul 2007 42,971 miles

slight split in the off side steering rack gaitor. †slight judder from the front brakes.

Pass 11 Jul 2006 36,062 miles

engine,gearbox and differential oil leaks.

nearside rear suspension rebound strap torn.

offside rear suspension rebound strap missing.

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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OOU 754M is a 1973 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 40,282 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 OOU 754M, 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 53 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 OOU 754M registered?

OOU 754M is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is OOU 754M safe to buy?

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