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ROC 725R

1977 MG Roadster

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

46,119 mi
Last recorded46,119 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 1977 MG Roadster27,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationROC 725R
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 46,119 miles

exhaust corroded and slight leak

Fail 15 Mar 2022 46,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

exhaust corroded and slight leak

Pass 17 Feb 2021 45,954 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 45,941 miles

near side front brake has very slight bind

Fail 26 Nov 2015 45,941 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

near side front brake has very slight bind

Pass 28 Sep 2007 45,718 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 45,712 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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ROC 725R is a 1977 MG Roadster in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 ROC 725R, 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

How do I check the history of ROC 725R?

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What year was ROC 725R registered?

ROC 725R is a 1977 MG Roadster, first registered on 26 July 1977.

Is ROC 725R safe to buy?

The MOT history for ROC 725R shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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