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YDJ 250T

1979 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,934 mi
Last recorded55,934 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2005
Typical for 1979 MG Roadster44,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDJ 250T
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2005 55,934 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2005 55,934 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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YDJ 250T is a 1979 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 44,852 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 YDJ 250T, 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 47 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YDJ 250T?

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What year was YDJ 250T registered?

YDJ 250T is a 1979 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is YDJ 250T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDJ 250T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YDJ 250T have outstanding finance?

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