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59948H

1973 MG Roadster

Brown Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,021 mi
Last recorded21,021 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration59948H
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 21,021 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 93,758 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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59948H is a 1973 MG Roadster in Brown with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 40,282 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 59948H, 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 53 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 59948H registered?

59948H is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is 59948H safe to buy?

The MOT history for 59948H shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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