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WON 16J

1975 MG Roadster

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,467 mi
Last recorded85,467 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1975 MG Roadster27,577 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWON 16J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 85,467 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 85,083 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 84,841 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 84,460 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 83,784 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 83,446 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 83,240 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 83,090 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 83,090 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin locking device insecurely fitted front bolt/nut (2.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end loose Lock nut (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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WON 16J is a 1975 MG Roadster in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1975 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 27,577 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 WON 16J, 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 51 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 WON 16J?

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What year was WON 16J registered?

WON 16J is a 1975 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 July 1975.

Is WON 16J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WON 16J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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