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UWT 940L

1973 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

14,605 mi
Last recorded14,605 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 1973 MG Roadster40,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWT 940L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 14,605 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 14,301 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 14,301 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 14,047 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 14,047 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 31 May 2016 13,559 miles

Nearside Rear tyre showing signs of hitting wing lip

Fail 31 May 2016 13,559 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear tyre showing signs of hitting wing lip

Pass 14 May 2015 13,178 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 12,605 miles

Nearside rear tyre outer sidewall starting to rub on inner wing edge

Pass 3 Jun 2013 11,983 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 11,349 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 11,276 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 9,907 miles

no boot lid and no passenger seat and seat belt fitted

Fail 13 Jun 2011 9,907 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Rear Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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

no boot lid and no passenger seat and seat belt fitted

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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UWT 940L is a 1973 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 UWT 940L, 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 UWT 940L?

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What year was UWT 940L registered?

UWT 940L is a 1973 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is UWT 940L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWT 940L shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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