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PWY 386R

1976 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,459 mi
Last recorded18,459 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 1976 MG Roadster42,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWY 386R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 18,459 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 16,144 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 6,039 miles

Front Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 11 Jun 2007 6,039 miles

Front Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 5,930 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2006 5,930 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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

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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PWY 386R is a 1976 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PWY 386R, 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.

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How do I check the history of PWY 386R?

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What year was PWY 386R registered?

PWY 386R is a 1976 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is PWY 386R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWY 386R shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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