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BFV 754R

1977 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,511 mi
Last recorded15,511 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2014
Typical for 1977 MG Roadster27,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFV 754R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2014 15,511 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 15,503 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2012 15,378 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 15,283 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 15,283 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 14,602 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 14,602 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 13,729 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 13,107 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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BFV 754R is a 1977 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 27,989 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 BFV 754R, 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 49 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 BFV 754R registered?

BFV 754R is a 1977 MG Roadster, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is BFV 754R safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFV 754R shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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