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FNV 609T

1979 MG Roadster

Maroon Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,658 mi
Last recorded15,658 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 MG Roadster44,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNV 609T
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1979
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2019 15,658 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 14,752 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 14,095 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 13,336 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 12,432 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 12,152 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 11,584 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 11,012 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 10,550 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 10,198 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 9,209 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 8,130 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Slight lift in nearside front king pin

Steering feels slightly stiff

Pass 14 Aug 2006 7,670 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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FNV 609T is a 1979 MG Roadster in Maroon with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 FNV 609T, 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

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What year was FNV 609T registered?

FNV 609T is a 1979 MG Roadster, first registered on 16 February 1979.

Is FNV 609T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNV 609T shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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