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WGS 875S

1977 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

3,426 mi
Last recorded3,426 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2009
Typical for 1977 MG Roadster27,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGS 875S
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2009 3,426 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 3,419 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 3,139 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 1,654 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2006 1,647 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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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WGS 875S is a 1977 MG Roadster in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WGS 875S, 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

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What year was WGS 875S registered?

WGS 875S is a 1977 MG Roadster, first registered on 21 October 1977.

Is WGS 875S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGS 875S shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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