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XTT 438K

1972 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,973 mi
Last recorded14,973 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 MG Roadster39,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTT 438K
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 14,973 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 14,412 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. O/S rear brake binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 14,093 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 13,820 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 13,574 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 13,289 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 May 2013 13,289 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 13,111 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 12,697 miles

Lower steering column bush worn.

Fail 8 Jun 2011 12,697 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Lower steering column bush worn.

Pass 23 Apr 2009 12,442 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2008 12,318 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 12,318 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 11,867 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2006 11,361 miles

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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XTT 438K is a 1972 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 XTT 438K, 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.

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What year was XTT 438K registered?

XTT 438K is a 1972 MG Roadster, first registered on 12 February 1972.

Is XTT 438K safe to buy?

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