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TUJ 973J

1970 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,415 mi
Last recorded29,415 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 MG Roadster25,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUJ 973J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 29,415 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 29,281 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 29,155 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 28,968 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 28,923 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 28,867 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 28,867 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 28,793 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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TUJ 973J is a 1970 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1970 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 25,210 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 TUJ 973J, 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 56 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 TUJ 973J registered?

TUJ 973J is a 1970 MG Roadster, first registered on 23 October 1970.

Is TUJ 973J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUJ 973J shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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