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VSD 454K

1972 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,935 mi
Last recorded54,935 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Roadster39,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSD 454K
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 54,935 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 54,342 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 52,790 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 49,269 miles

front registration plate deteriorating 'D'

offside rear retaining strap broken

Fail 16 Oct 2013 49,259 miles

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

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

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

Offside Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Fuel hose insecure (7.2.1)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front registration plate deteriorating 'D'

offside rear retaining strap broken

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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VSD 454K is a 1972 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 39,049 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 VSD 454K, 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 54 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 VSD 454K registered?

VSD 454K is a 1972 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is VSD 454K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSD 454K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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