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SHG 326K

1972 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

34,409 mi
Last recorded34,409 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 1972 MG Roadster39,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHG 326K
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 34,409 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 32,557 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 31,238 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 31,238 miles

Offside Rear Upper Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 29,465 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 29,465 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 27,993 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 26,175 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 24,097 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 22,327 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 20,941 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2012 20,635 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 20,054 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 20,054 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 19,509 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 18,785 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 17,638 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 17,078 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 16,019 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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SHG 326K is a 1972 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1972 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 39,049 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 SHG 326K, 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 54 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SHG 326K registered?

SHG 326K is a 1972 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is SHG 326K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHG 326K shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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