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DPL 5J

1970 MG Roadster

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

41,697 mi
Last recorded41,697 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1970 MG Roadster25,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPL 5J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 41,697 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Mar 2025 40,979 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 40,349 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 27 Mar 2024 40,342 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 29 Mar 2023 39,204 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Mar 2023 39,197 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Mar 2022 37,741 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 36,742 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2020 35,980 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 34,982 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 33,477 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 32,717 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 31,436 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 30,392 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 29,470 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 27,743 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 26,348 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 26,341 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 25,210 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 25,210 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 24,781 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 22,811 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 20,255 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 17,525 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 15,467 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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DPL 5J is a 1970 MG Roadster in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1970 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 25,210 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 DPL 5J, 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 56 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 DPL 5J?

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What year was DPL 5J registered?

DPL 5J is a 1970 MG Roadster, first registered on 14 October 1970.

Is DPL 5J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPL 5J shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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