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UPK 840M

1974 MG Roadster

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,643 mi
Last recorded12,643 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 1974 MG Roadster25,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPK 840M
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 12,643 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 12,151 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 11,234 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 10,747 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

slight oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2017 10,629 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 15 Apr 2016 10,297 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

oil leak

Fail 15 Apr 2016 10,297 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2015 9,653 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Some Suspension Bushes And Gaitors Perished But Non Considered Excessive.

Fail 27 Apr 2015 9,653 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Some Suspension Bushes And Gaitors Perished But Non Considered Excessive.

Pass 30 Apr 2014 9,184 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 7,904 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jul 2012 7,904 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 17 May 2012 7,891 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

engine oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2011 7,046 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 6,133 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight corrosion in o/s inner sill

Pass 16 May 2009 5,832 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Slight play in Nearside front king pin

Fail 11 Dec 2008 5,831 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 5,185 miles

both n/s/r and o/s/r tyres worn close to legal limit

Fail 26 Nov 2007 5,182 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2006 4,296 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 3,509 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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UPK 840M is a 1974 MG Roadster in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1974 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 25,154 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 UPK 840M, 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 52 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 UPK 840M registered?

UPK 840M is a 1974 MG Roadster, first registered on 22 February 1974.

Is UPK 840M safe to buy?

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