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OAH 565M

1973 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,259 mi
Last recorded50,259 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAH 565M
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 May 2025 50,259 miles

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

gearbox oil leak

overdrive oil leak

rear diff oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2021 44,758 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 42,081 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 39,670 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 37,685 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 36,440 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 33,883 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 29,963 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 25,355 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 20,025 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 19,875 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 19,414 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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OAH 565M is a 1973 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 OAH 565M, 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

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What year was OAH 565M registered?

OAH 565M is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 13 September 1973.

Is OAH 565M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAH 565M shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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