1968 MG B Roadster MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for B Roadster models manufactured in 1968, based on 61 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1968 MG B Roadster MOT Analysis
The 1968 MG B Roadster has an MOT pass rate of 83.6% based on 61 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 40,190 miles on the odometer. With a 16.4% failure rate, the 1968 B Roadster is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1968 MG B Roadster is Driver's View of the Road, responsible for 1.6% of failures. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Non-component advisories is the second most common issue at 1.6%. Steering follows at 1.6%.
Top failures specific to 1968 models only. The overall B Roadster page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Driver's View Of The Road | 1.6% | 1 |
| 2 | Non-component Advisories | 1.6% | 1 |
| 3 | Steering | 1.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 40,190 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 0.41 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.41 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Steering | 0.41 | 1.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1968 MG B Roadster has an MOT pass rate of 83.6% based on 61 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 40,190 miles on the odometer. With a 16.4% failure rate, the 1968 B Roadster is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1968 MG B Roadster, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to driver's view of the road: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 40,190 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Driver's View of the Road — 1.6% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 1968 MG B Roadster models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Non-component advisories — 1.6% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 1968 MG B Roadster models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Steering — 1.6% of failures
Steering issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 1968 MG B Roadster models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.