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LSD 638W

1981 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

97,760 mi
Last recorded97,760 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 MG Roadster50,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSD 638W
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 97,760 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 97,760 miles

Fuel hose leaking at fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 97,734 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 97,709 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 97,516 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 97,461 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 97,209 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 97,206 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 96,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 95,230 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 95,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LSD 638W is a 1981 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1981 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 50,008 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 LSD 638W, 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 45 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 LSD 638W registered?

LSD 638W is a 1981 MG Roadster, first registered on 6 February 1981.

Is LSD 638W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSD 638W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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