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YLH 172S

1978 MG Roadster

Brown Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,324 mi
Last recorded8,324 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1978 MG Roadster40,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLH 172S
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 8,324 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 4,205 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 4,204 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 4,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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YLH 172S is a 1978 MG Roadster in Brown with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 40,952 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 YLH 172S, 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 48 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 YLH 172S?

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What year was YLH 172S registered?

YLH 172S is a 1978 MG Roadster, first registered on 6 April 1978.

Is YLH 172S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLH 172S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YLH 172S have outstanding finance?

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