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CDK 127L

1973 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

57,538 mi
Last recorded57,538 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2022
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDK 127L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2022 57,538 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 57,494 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 57,058 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 56,857 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 56,622 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 56,609 miles

Engine oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 5 Apr 2016 56,609 miles

Engine oil leak

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 56,465 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 56,331 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 56,331 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 54,061 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 56,041 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 17 May 2011 55,798 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 55,798 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 May 2010 53,314 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 48,802 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 47,910 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 47,500 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 46,370 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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CDK 127L is a 1973 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 CDK 127L, 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 CDK 127L?

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What year was CDK 127L registered?

CDK 127L is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 18 April 1973.

Is CDK 127L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDK 127L 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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