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SNF 5K

1971 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

3,066 mi
Last recorded3,066 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNF 5K
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 3,066 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 3,065 miles

Slight play both front drumstick joints.

Steering rack gaiters deteriorating.

Pass 4 Jun 2015 3,047 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 2,949 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 2,887 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear diff oil leak.

Pass 8 Jun 2012 2,664 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2012 2,664 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 2,361 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 2,284 miles

diff oil leak

gear box oil leak

Pass 1 May 2009 2,156 miles

Light corrosion in general.

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2008 2,078 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 1,880 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 1,739 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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SNF 5K is a 1971 MG Roadster in Blue with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1971 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,645 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 SNF 5K, 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 55 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SNF 5K registered?

SNF 5K is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 8 September 1971.

Is SNF 5K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNF 5K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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