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ADV 580L

1972 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

47,007 mi
Last recorded47,007 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Roadster39,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADV 580L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 47,007 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 42,050 miles

slight transmission leak

Pass 26 Apr 2018 40,511 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 40,178 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 39,644 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 39,049 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 37,432 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 35,877 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 34,272 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 31,653 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 29,396 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 27,254 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s/f seat belt niosy operation

slight play n/s/f seat runners

Fail 17 Apr 2009 27,254 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/f seat belt niosy operation

slight play n/s/f seat runners

Pass 27 Mar 2008 24,461 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 24,461 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 20,635 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 20,619 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 18,060 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 18,041 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

offside rear tyre 3mm

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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ADV 580L is a 1972 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1972 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 39,049 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ADV 580L, 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 54 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 ADV 580L?

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What year was ADV 580L registered?

ADV 580L is a 1972 MG Roadster, first registered on 26 November 1972.

Is ADV 580L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADV 580L shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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