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KAF 258L

1973 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,589 mi
Last recorded10,589 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAF 258L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 10,589 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 9,988 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 9,460 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 8,112 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 6,808 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 5,284 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 5,069 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 4,548 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 4,050 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 3,567 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 3,290 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 2,804 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 2,388 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 1,246 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 51,773 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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KAF 258L is a 1973 MG Roadster in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 KAF 258L, 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 KAF 258L?

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What year was KAF 258L registered?

KAF 258L is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 14 May 1973.

Is KAF 258L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAF 258L shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KAF 258L have outstanding finance?

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