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XPD 198G

1969 MG Mgb Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,406 mi
Last recorded57,406 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1969 MG Mgb Roadster47,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPD 198G
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1969
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 57,406 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 56,972 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 56,549 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 56,548 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 55,880 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 55,876 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 55,726 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play kingpin (2.2.B.1g)

all tyre outer sidewalls badly perrished

rear brakes slightly sticky

Fail 6 Aug 2015 55,726 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering pivot point has slight play kingpin (2.2.B.1g)

all tyre outer sidewalls badly perrished

rear brakes slightly sticky

Pass 12 Aug 2014 55,406 miles

All tyre sidewalls perished

Some suspension bushes lightly perished

Very slight play in nearside front lower trunion

Pass 13 Aug 2013 55,332 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

fuel pipe corroded

o/s battery box corroded

tyre sidewalls perrished

Pass 15 Aug 2012 55,302 miles

all tyres slightly damaged ie sidewalls perished.

Pass 16 Aug 2011 55,213 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 55,201 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 55,056 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 55,040 miles

o/s rear battery box corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2007 54,674 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 54,434 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 54,405 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb Roadster?

Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Stop lamp not working 33
brake binding 32
position lamp(s) not working 30
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XPD 198G is a 1969 MG Mgb Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1969 MG Mgb Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 47,168 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 Mgb Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPD 198G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 57 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPD 198G?

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What year was XPD 198G registered?

XPD 198G is a 1969 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 3 April 1969.

Is XPD 198G safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPD 198G shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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