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SFM 90M

1974 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

219 mi
Last recorded219 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Roadster25,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFM 90M
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 219 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 30,464 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted outer bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 30,427 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 30,310 miles

Offside Rear brake back plate damp

Pass 16 Mar 2016 29,790 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 29,636 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 29,341 miles

intermittant fault on wipers

Pass 21 Mar 2013 28,478 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 28,459 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 28,459 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 28,302 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 28,118 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 28,118 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 27,853 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 27,780 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

slight play in rear drive splines

Fail 23 May 2006 27,780 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

slight play in rear drive splines

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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SFM 90M is a 1974 MG Roadster in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1974 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 25,154 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 SFM 90M, 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 52 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 SFM 90M registered?

SFM 90M is a 1974 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 March 1974.

Is SFM 90M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFM 90M shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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