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RDC 940M

1973 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,564 mi
Last recorded5,564 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDC 940M
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2025 5,564 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2024 5,482 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2023 5,416 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2021 5,190 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 5,037 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2019 4,996 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2018 4,967 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 4,673 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 4,655 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 3,564 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 3,385 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 3,126 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 2,574 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

n/s/r half shaft oil seal leaking

Pass 23 Jul 2010 2,125 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 1,824 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 1,468 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 998 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 831 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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RDC 940M is a 1973 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 RDC 940M, 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 RDC 940M?

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What year was RDC 940M registered?

RDC 940M is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 3 October 1973.

Is RDC 940M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDC 940M shows 18 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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