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YVV 41W

1980 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,195 mi
Last recorded75,195 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 MG Roadster48,973 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVV 41W
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 75,195 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 75,081 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 75,060 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 74,906 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 74,737 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 74,402 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 72,765 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

floor covered with under seal

Fail 19 Sep 2012 72,742 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

floor covered with under seal

oil sump damaged

Pass 6 Jun 2011 72,588 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 May 2010 72,330 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 May 2010 72,320 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2009 72,031 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 9 May 2008 71,430 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 70,665 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 70,665 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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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YVV 41W is a 1980 MG Roadster in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 48,973 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 YVV 41W, 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 46 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 YVV 41W registered?

YVV 41W is a 1980 MG Roadster, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is YVV 41W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVV 41W shows 15 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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