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PVK 212M

1973 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,479 mi
Last recorded88,479 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVK 212M
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 88,479 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front seat belt clasp casing broken but not effect use

Fail 17 Aug 2018 88,479 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front seat belt clasp casing broken but not effect use

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 88,474 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring saddle in such a condition it is seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Axle insecure (5.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear fuel pipes severely corroded

Pass 16 May 2017 88,459 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 87,804 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 87,804 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 87,419 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 86,994 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 86,908 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 85,819 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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PVK 212M is a 1973 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PVK 212M, 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.

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What year was PVK 212M registered?

PVK 212M is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 6 September 1973.

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