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OWS 71G

1969 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,152 mi
Last recorded78,152 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 1969 MG Roadster30,570 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWS 71G
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1969
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 78,152 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 77,879 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 77,789 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 77,566 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 77,332 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 76,946 miles

nearside rear hub oil seal leaking

Pass 13 Jul 2017 75,346 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 72,871 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 72,329 miles

n/s/r back plate damp

Pass 3 Jul 2014 72,048 miles

oil leak nearside rear hub oil seal

Fail 1 Jul 2014 71,993 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

oil leak nearside rear hub oil seal

Pass 24 Jun 2013 71,463 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 70,937 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 70,530 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 68,333 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008
Pass 12 Jun 2007 84,483 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 82,455 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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OWS 71G is a 1969 MG Roadster in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1969 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 30,570 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 OWS 71G, 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 57 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 OWS 71G registered?

OWS 71G is a 1969 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 May 1969.

Is OWS 71G safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWS 71G shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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