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TDA 323L

1973 MG Roadster

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

63,420 mi
Last recorded63,420 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDA 323L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 63,420 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 63,407 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 63,407 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Coolant leak

Pass 18 Jun 2007 63,345 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 63,345 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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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TDA 323L is a 1973 MG Roadster in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 TDA 323L, 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 TDA 323L?

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What year was TDA 323L registered?

TDA 323L is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 13 April 1973.

Is TDA 323L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDA 323L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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