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OPD 359D

1966 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,980 mi
Last recorded6,980 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 1966 MG Roadster27,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPD 359D
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1966
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2017 6,980 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 6,980 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel system component leaking Engine bay (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear brake shoe back plate has differential oil on it

Pass 2 Aug 2014 6,862 miles

both front tyres slightly out of shape.

Fail 1 Aug 2014 6,862 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

both front tyres slightly out of shape.

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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OPD 359D is a 1966 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 OPD 359D, 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

How do I check the history of OPD 359D?

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What year was OPD 359D registered?

OPD 359D is a 1966 MG Roadster, first registered on 31 December 1966.

Is OPD 359D safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPD 359D shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPD 359D have outstanding finance?

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