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XDE 921J

1971 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

61,100 mi
Last recorded61,100 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDE 921J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 61,100 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 59,804 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 58,915 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 58,249 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 57,483 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 56,482 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 55,538 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 54,510 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 52,649 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 51,307 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 49,768 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 49,768 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 46,511 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 46,450 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 44,020 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 41,877 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 41,352 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 41,352 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 40,989 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 40,989 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 40,144 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 40,144 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 39,456 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 38,713 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 37,244 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 36,492 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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XDE 921J is a 1971 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1971 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,645 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 XDE 921J, 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 55 years old, this MG Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XDE 921J?

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What year was XDE 921J registered?

XDE 921J is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 5 July 1971.

Is XDE 921J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDE 921J shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XDE 921J have outstanding finance?

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