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APP 470J

1971 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,796 mi
Last recorded6,796 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPP 470J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 6,796 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 5,847 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 3,175 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 2 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 38,712 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 34,306 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 33,953 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 30,308 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 27,863 miles

Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Fail 19 Sep 2008 27,863 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 27,321 miles

play in top column bush, slight fraying n/sf seatbelt,rear shackle bushes cracking, all four tyre valves cracking

slight play in n/sf trunion, play in o/sf wheel bearing, windscreen marked

Pass 23 Sep 2006 26,505 miles

Play in top sterring coloum

Pass 17 Sep 2005 24,540 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2005 24,540 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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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APP 470J is a 1971 MG Roadster in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 APP 470J, 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 APP 470J registered?

APP 470J is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is APP 470J safe to buy?

The MOT history for APP 470J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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