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DDS 519L

1985 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

15,621 mi
Last recorded15,621 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 MG Roadster15,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDS 519L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 15,621 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 15,267 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 15,045 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 14,472 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 14,463 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 14,463 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 13,829 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 12,252 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 10,611 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 9,065 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 7,591 miles

o/s/rear shock slightly wet

Pass 16 Jun 2008 7,427 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 7,427 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 7,380 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 7,321 miles

rear o/s shock absorber weeping oil

steering rack - slight play on n/s front

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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DDS 519L is a 1985 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1985 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 15,342 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 DDS 519L, 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 41 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DDS 519L registered?

DDS 519L is a 1985 MG Roadster, first registered on 7 January 1985.

Is DDS 519L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDS 519L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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