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YBF 407

1983 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,645 mi
Last recorded79,645 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1983 MG Roadster69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBF 407
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 79,645 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 79,296 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 78,153 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 75,360 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 74,547 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 73,436 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 72,494 miles

engine oily

front antiroll bar bushes slightly perished

Fail 4 Apr 2012 72,494 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

engine oily

front antiroll bar bushes slightly perished

Pass 1 Apr 2011 71,390 miles

front and rear brake judder.

slight brake binding, offside/nearside rear.

Fail 30 Mar 2011 71,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

front and rear brake judder.

slight brake binding, offside/nearside rear.

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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YBF 407 is a 1983 MG Roadster in White with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 69,892 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 YBF 407, 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 43 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 YBF 407 registered?

YBF 407 is a 1983 MG Roadster, first registered on 22 March 1983.

Is YBF 407 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBF 407 shows 10 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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