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909 WTB

1961 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

34,360 mi
Last recorded34,360 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

Registration909 WTB
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 34,360 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 33,940 miles

slight play nsr rack end

Pass 30 Aug 2023 32,942 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 32,938 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 31,996 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 31,995 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 31,055 miles

Offside Front rack boot slightly split

Pass 27 Jan 2020 30,189 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 30,189 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 28,399 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 28,398 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 28,009 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 27,677 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 27,274 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,930 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 26,930 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside rear tyre deteriorated

spare tyre damaged

Pass 2 Mar 2011 26,310 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 25,898 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 25,898 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Coolant leak

Pass 13 Mar 2009 25,534 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 25,087 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 25,087 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2007 24,547 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 24,093 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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909 WTB is a 1961 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 909 WTB, 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 65 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 909 WTB?

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What year was 909 WTB registered?

909 WTB is a 1961 MG Roadster, first registered on 6 September 1961.

Is 909 WTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 909 WTB shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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