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UFC 248P

1980 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

83,400 mi
Last recorded83,400 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 MG Roadster48,973 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFC 248P
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 83,400 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Both deteriorated (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint down pipe to center (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Jul 2020 83,400 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Both deteriorated (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint down pipe to center (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2010 83,287 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 83,241 miles

both front wishbone inner bushes perished and split

heavy coating of underseal/grease to whole underside

Fail 4 Apr 2008 83,235 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

both front wishbone inner bushes perished and split

heavy coating of underseal/grease to whole underside

Pass 1 Aug 2005 83,183 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2005 83,183 miles

Nearside Axle swivel joint insecure in a suspension arm (2.5.A.3b)

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

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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UFC 248P is a 1980 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1980 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 48,973 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 UFC 248P, 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 46 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was UFC 248P registered?

UFC 248P is a 1980 MG Roadster, first registered on 23 September 1980.

Is UFC 248P safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFC 248P 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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