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YBD 404J

1971 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,401 mi
Last recorded7,401 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBD 404J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2019 7,401 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 6,921 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 6,850 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 6,782 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 6,766 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 May 2014 6,717 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 6,684 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s rear brake binding

Pass 5 May 2012 6,423 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 5,922 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 5,666 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 5,469 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 5,246 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 5,020 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 4,648 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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YBD 404J is a 1971 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YBD 404J, 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 YBD 404J registered?

YBD 404J is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 26 January 1971.

Is YBD 404J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBD 404J shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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