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TNY 542S

1978 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,812 mi
Last recorded38,812 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNY 542S
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 38,812 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Mar 2017 38,657 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 27 Jul 2015 38,340 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 38,052 miles

clutch anti slip pad missing

Pass 23 Oct 2012 37,724 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 37,101 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 36,703 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 35,773 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 35,184 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 33,230 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 33,230 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 31,625 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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TNY 542S is a 1978 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1978 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 40,952 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 TNY 542S, 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 48 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 TNY 542S registered?

TNY 542S is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 30 October 1978.

Is TNY 542S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNY 542S shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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