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XOX 55J

1971 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2020
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

81,549 mi
Last recorded81,549 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOX 55J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2019 81,549 miles

Offside Front sill/inner sill corroded

indicator speed irratic

Fail 7 Feb 2019 81,549 miles

Offside Front sill/inner sill corroded

indicator speed irratic

Fuel pipe union leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel pump/pump body perished (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 80,920 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 14 Aug 2017 80,920 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 80,545 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 80,310 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 80,310 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 79,658 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 79,658 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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XOX 55J is a 1971 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 XOX 55J, 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

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What year was XOX 55J registered?

XOX 55J is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 6 May 1971.

Is XOX 55J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOX 55J shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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