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HWX 736J

1971 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,494 mi
Last recorded42,494 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWX 736J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 42,494 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 37,973 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 37,973 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 37,869 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 37,745 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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HWX 736J is a 1971 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 HWX 736J, 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

How do I check the history of HWX 736J?

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What year was HWX 736J registered?

HWX 736J is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 8 March 1971.

Is HWX 736J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWX 736J shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HWX 736J have outstanding finance?

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