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UEU 898T

1979 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

91,562 mi
Last recorded91,562 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 MG Roadster44,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEU 898T
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 91,562 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 91,324 miles

underbody undersealed and surface rust in places

Pass 21 Jun 2016 91,214 miles

rear brake pipe across rear axle is slightly flattened

Pass 9 May 2015 90,611 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 90,015 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 90,006 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 88,919 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 88,919 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 88,917 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 88,917 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 88,842 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 88,842 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2007 88,832 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 88,829 miles

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

Nearside Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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UEU 898T is a 1979 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1979 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 44,852 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 UEU 898T, 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 47 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 UEU 898T registered?

UEU 898T is a 1979 MG Roadster, first registered on 8 January 1979.

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