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TYL 589M

1973 MG Roadster

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,748 mi
Last recorded45,748 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2006
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYL 589M
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2006 45,748 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 45,731 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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TYL 589M is a 1973 MG Roadster in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 TYL 589M, 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 TYL 589M?

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What year was TYL 589M registered?

TYL 589M is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 17 August 1973.

Is TYL 589M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYL 589M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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