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ACY 73J

1971 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,800 mi
Last recorded11,800 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACY 73J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2021 11,800 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 5,438 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 5,244 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 4,642 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 4,267 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 1,696 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 1,694 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2005 1,099 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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ACY 73J is a 1971 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,645 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 ACY 73J, 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 55 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ACY 73J registered?

ACY 73J is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 2 July 1971.

Is ACY 73J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACY 73J shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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