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OBX 264R

1977 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

11,350 mi
Last recorded11,350 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1977 MG Roadster27,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBX 264R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 11,350 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 11,302 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 May 2021 10,107 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 8,417 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 7,595 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 6,881 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 6,864 miles

Direction indicator not working n/s/r (1.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 6,084 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 5,337 miles

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

Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 16 Sep 2013 5,337 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 4,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 4,256 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 3,485 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 3,068 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 2,815 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 2,791 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 2,694 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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OBX 264R is a 1977 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 OBX 264R, 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 OBX 264R registered?

OBX 264R is a 1977 MG Roadster, first registered on 31 January 1977.

Is OBX 264R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBX 264R shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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