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TWN 541S

1978 MG Roadster

Brown Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,051 mi
Last recorded86,051 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWN 541S
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 86,051 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 85,743 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 85,360 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 85,306 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 85,032 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 84,880 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 84,880 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 84,648 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 81,965 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 81,601 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 80,015 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 77,990 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 75,162 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 74,128 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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TWN 541S is a 1978 MG Roadster in Brown with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TWN 541S, 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 TWN 541S registered?

TWN 541S is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is TWN 541S safe to buy?

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