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BVW 318L

1973 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

34,367 mi
Last recorded34,367 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVW 318L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 34,367 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 34,203 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 33,511 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 33,177 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 32,754 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 32,218 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 31,859 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 31,216 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 29,980 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 10 May 2017 29,307 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 28,455 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 28,455 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 27,959 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 26,823 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 26,063 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 25,395 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 24,811 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 24,196 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 23,079 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 22,279 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 21,296 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 20,624 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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BVW 318L is a 1973 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 BVW 318L, 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 BVW 318L?

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What year was BVW 318L registered?

BVW 318L is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 5 July 1973.

Is BVW 318L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVW 318L shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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