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TDB 378R

1992 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

31,665 mi
Last recorded31,665 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1992 MG Roadster21,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDB 378R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 31,665 miles

Offside Rear hub seal slight leak

Pass 27 Apr 2015 31,048 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 31,041 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 28,307 miles

Handbrake reserve travel on maximum limit

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2014 28,287 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Handbrake reserve travel on maximum limit

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 26,096 miles

Both screenjets loose on mountings

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 22,760 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 22,760 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 19,441 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Apr 2011 19,441 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 16,670 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 16,696 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 14,498 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 13,988 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 13,740 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 13,094 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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TDB 378R is a 1992 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1992 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 21,490 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 TDB 378R, 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 34 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was TDB 378R registered?

TDB 378R is a 1992 MG Roadster, first registered on 17 July 1992.

Is TDB 378R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDB 378R shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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