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SGF 234V

1980 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

11,203 mi
Last recorded11,203 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 1980 MG Roadster48,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGF 234V
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 11,203 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 11,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 May 2015 11,198 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 May 2014 10,823 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 May 2014 10,823 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 10,610 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 10,459 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 10,138 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 9,467 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 9,467 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 7,761 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 7,761 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 6,616 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 4,308 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 4,095 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Track rod end gaiters perished

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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SGF 234V is a 1980 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1980 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 48,973 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 SGF 234V, 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 46 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SGF 234V registered?

SGF 234V is a 1980 MG Roadster, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is SGF 234V safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGF 234V shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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