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DGX 185C

1965 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

36,728 mi
Last recorded36,728 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1965 MG Roadster26,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGX 185C
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 36,728 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 36,502 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine, gearbox and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2021 36,484 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine, gearbox and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 36,314 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 35,946 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 35,442 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 35,442 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe union leaking fuel pump union (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2017 34,819 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush has slight lift (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2016 34,389 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement square bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp with n/s/r indicator (1.2.1f)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 34,358 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 34,034 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 33,413 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 32,417 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 29,839 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 27,642 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 25,958 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 22,515 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 20,859 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 17,143 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 17,143 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Fail 27 Apr 2006 17,143 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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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DGX 185C is a 1965 MG Roadster in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1965 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 26,614 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 DGX 185C, 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 61 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 DGX 185C registered?

DGX 185C is a 1965 MG Roadster, first registered on 2 March 1965.

Is DGX 185C safe to buy?

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