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HAB 258S

1977 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,738 mi
Last recorded23,738 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 1977 MG Roadster27,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAB 258S
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2018 23,738 miles

heavily undersealed

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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HAB 258S is a 1977 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 HAB 258S, 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.

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What year was HAB 258S registered?

HAB 258S is a 1977 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is HAB 258S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAB 258S shows 1 test 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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