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HUV 503K

1971 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,355 mi
Last recorded95,355 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUV 503K
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 95,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Aug 2021 95,355 miles

Offside Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 95,304 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front trunion bushes have slight play

Pass 10 Sep 2014 95,293 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 95,265 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 95,211 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 95,163 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 95,078 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 54,960 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 94,890 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 500 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 500 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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HUV 503K is a 1971 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HUV 503K, 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 HUV 503K registered?

HUV 503K is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 November 1971.

Is HUV 503K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUV 503K shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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