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ACT 817L

1973 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,984 mi
Last recorded68,984 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACT 817L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2025 68,984 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 67,810 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 66,754 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2016 66,341 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 21 May 2015 65,971 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 65,382 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 64,931 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 64,515 miles

coolant leak bottom hose

Pass 4 Apr 2011 62,796 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 60,543 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 59,497 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 56,269 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 55,820 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 55,427 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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ACT 817L is a 1973 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 ACT 817L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ACT 817L?

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What year was ACT 817L registered?

ACT 817L is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 8 February 1973.

Is ACT 817L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACT 817L shows 14 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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