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YOT 630J

1971 MG Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

43,638 mi
Last recorded43,638 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1971 MG Roadster22,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOT 630J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 43,638 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2025 42,601 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2024 41,331 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 39,637 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 39,637 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 38,914 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 38,914 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 38,444 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 37,935 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 36,705 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 11,397 miles

Central Exhaust hanger bolt missing but system adequately supported

Front Oil leak engine

Oil leak gearbox

Rear Exhaust hanger has one bolt missing but system adequately supported

Fail 5 Sep 2017 11,397 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Central Exhaust hanger bolt missing but system adequately supported

Front Oil leak engine

Oil leak gearbox

Rear Exhaust hanger has one bolt missing but system adequately supported

Pass 2 Sep 2016 9,832 miles

accelerator pedal rubber missing

clutch pedal rubber split

oil leak from gearbox

oil leak from top of engine

Fail 25 Aug 2016 9,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear seal (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

accelerator pedal rubber missing

clutch pedal rubber split

oil leak from gearbox

oil leak from top of engine

Pass 10 Sep 2015 7,621 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 7,621 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 7,348 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 7,348 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 May 2013 7,192 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 7,181 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 6,905 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 6,324 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 6,270 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 6,235 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 6,195 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 6,145 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 6,145 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.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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YOT 630J is a 1971 MG Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 YOT 630J, 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 YOT 630J registered?

YOT 630J is a 1971 MG Roadster, first registered on 4 February 1971.

Is YOT 630J safe to buy?

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