MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
91,562 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
underbody undersealed and surface rust in places
rear brake pipe across rear axle is slightly flattened
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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What year was UEU 898T registered?
UEU 898T is a 1979 MG Roadster, first registered on 8 January 1979.
Is UEU 898T safe to buy?
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