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YTU 456K

1971 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,969 mi
Last recorded46,969 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2015
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTU 456K
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2015 46,969 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 45,009 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 42,979 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 40,540 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 37,785 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 35,370 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 33,197 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 33,033 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 33,033 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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YTU 456K is a 1971 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YTU 456K, 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 YTU 456K registered?

YTU 456K is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is YTU 456K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTU 456K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YTU 456K have outstanding finance?

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