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XGG 500J

1970 MG Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

44,362 mi
Last recorded44,362 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1970 MG Roadster25,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGG 500J
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 44,362 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 44,127 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 44,042 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 43,424 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 43,025 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 42,584 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 42,001 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 41,745 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 41,545 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 41,545 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 41,267 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 40,938 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 40,622 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 40,313 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 40,089 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 39,857 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 May 2007 39,680 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 May 2007 39,680 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 38,661 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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XGG 500J is a 1970 MG Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 XGG 500J, 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

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What year was XGG 500J registered?

XGG 500J is a 1970 MG Roadster, first registered on 14 October 1970.

Is XGG 500J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGG 500J shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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