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SPC 43X

1981 MG Roadster

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,371 mi
Last recorded42,371 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 MG Roadster50,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPC 43X
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 42,371 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 42,362 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2015 42,359 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 42,324 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 42,288 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 42,228 miles

very slight noise from offside front wheel when rotated.

Pass 28 Oct 2011 42,109 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 41,897 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 41,897 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 41,710 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 41,351 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 41,161 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 41,161 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 40,996 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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SPC 43X is a 1981 MG Roadster in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1981 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 50,008 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 SPC 43X, 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 45 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 SPC 43X registered?

SPC 43X is a 1981 MG Roadster, first registered on 12 November 1981.

Is SPC 43X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPC 43X shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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