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XRA 999L

1972 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,546 mi
Last recorded87,546 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 MG Roadster39,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRA 999L
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 87,546 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 87,392 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 86,506 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 86,196 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 85,891 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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XRA 999L is a 1972 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 39,049 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 XRA 999L, 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 54 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 XRA 999L?

You can check the full history of XRA 999L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XRA 999L registered?

XRA 999L is a 1972 MG Roadster, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is XRA 999L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRA 999L shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRA 999L have outstanding finance?

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