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WGB 920W

1981 MG Roadster

Bronze Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,275 mi
Last recorded6,275 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1981 MG Roadster50,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGB 920W
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 6,275 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 6,275 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 6,057 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 6,057 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 May 2016 5,717 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 5,717 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 May 2013 5,417 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 5 May 2011 5,166 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 4,729 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 4,729 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 4,470 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 4,470 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 3,931 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 3,347 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 3,347 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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WGB 920W is a 1981 MG Roadster in Bronze with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 50,008 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 WGB 920W, 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 45 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 WGB 920W registered?

WGB 920W is a 1981 MG Roadster, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is WGB 920W safe to buy?

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