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TRV 856T

1978 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,568 mi
Last recorded20,568 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRV 856T
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 20,568 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 9 Jun 2017 20,568 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension retaining device ineffective top trunion nut (2.5.A.4)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Jun 2016 19,739 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 19,723 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure stalk (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak original shock absorber (2.7.3)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure steering arm/track rod end locknut (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil original shock absorber (2.7.3)

Pass 27 May 2015 18,874 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Fail 18 May 2015 18,873 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 May 2014 16,601 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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TRV 856T is a 1978 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 TRV 856T, 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 TRV 856T registered?

TRV 856T is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 15 August 1978.

Is TRV 856T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRV 856T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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