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VGR 348L

1971 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,988 mi
Last recorded36,988 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGR 348L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 36,988 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 36,988 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2008 22,784 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 22,292 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 22,292 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 21,207 miles

Nearside Front 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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VGR 348L is a 1971 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,645 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 VGR 348L, 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 55 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VGR 348L registered?

VGR 348L is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is VGR 348L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGR 348L shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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