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PUA 408L

1972 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

38,724 mi
Last recorded38,724 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Roadster39,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUA 408L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 38,724 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2026 38,724 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 35,814 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 35,814 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 31,636 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 29,452 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 28,945 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 28,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 27,932 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 27,330 miles

Nearside Front wiper split

Pass 7 Jul 2017 23,299 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 14,670 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 10,998 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 4,964 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 17 Jul 2014 4,959 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 4,928 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 93,697 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 84,918 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 80,507 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 74,060 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 62,835 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 48,335 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 43,175 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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PUA 408L is a 1972 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 PUA 408L, 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 PUA 408L?

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What year was PUA 408L registered?

PUA 408L is a 1972 MG Roadster, first registered on 23 September 1972.

Is PUA 408L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUA 408L shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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