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ORH 891P

1976 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

53,799 mi
Last recorded53,799 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 1976 MG Roadster42,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORH 891P
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2015 53,799 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 53,357 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 53,357 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 51,240 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 51,238 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 May 2012 50,751 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

all.four/tyres/showing/sidewall.weather/cracks.

Pass 10 May 2011 50,431 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

brake/ferrules/rusting/advised/treatment.

Fail 4 May 2011 50,431 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

brake/ferrules/rusting/advised/treatment.

Pass 18 May 2010 50,357 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside rear lamp lense slightly loose

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 50,300 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 50,300 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside rear wheel binding

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 27 May 2008 50,020 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

all tyres have slight weathering on side walls

Fail 27 May 2008 50,020 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

all tyres have slight weathering on side walls

Pass 2 May 2007 49,683 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 49,683 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 49,084 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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ORH 891P is a 1976 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1976 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 42,104 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 ORH 891P, 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 50 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 ORH 891P registered?

ORH 891P is a 1976 MG Roadster, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is ORH 891P safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORH 891P shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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