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UBJ 843R

1978 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,373 mi
Last recorded91,373 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2010
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBJ 843R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2010 91,373 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 91,373 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Upper Horn control insecure (1.6.1)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

fuel breather pipe near to exhaust manifold

Pass 29 Apr 2009 89,014 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 2 May 2008 86,618 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coolant leak from back of engine needs checking asp

Pass 3 May 2007 84,873 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 84,432 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 84,424 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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UBJ 843R is a 1978 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 UBJ 843R, 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 UBJ 843R registered?

UBJ 843R is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 July 1978.

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The MOT history for UBJ 843R shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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