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RBF 590W

1981 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,842 mi
Last recorded9,842 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 MG Roadster50,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBF 590W
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2021 9,842 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 9,838 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 9,838 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 9,821 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Sep 2012 9,821 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2010 9,582 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 9,172 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 8,906 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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RBF 590W is a 1981 MG Roadster in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 50,008 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 RBF 590W, 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 45 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RBF 590W registered?

RBF 590W is a 1981 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is RBF 590W safe to buy?

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