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RMK 970R

1976 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,555 mi
Last recorded89,555 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2019
Typical for 1976 MG Roadster42,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMK 970R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2019 89,555 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2015 89,462 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 89,453 miles

Front Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 1 Jul 2014 89,453 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Front Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 89,040 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 88,590 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 88,574 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 1,400 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 20 May 2006 88,596 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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RMK 970R is a 1976 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 RMK 970R, 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 RMK 970R registered?

RMK 970R is a 1976 MG Roadster, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is RMK 970R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMK 970R shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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