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700 GBX

1975 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,699 mi
Last recorded72,699 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 1975 MG Mgb44,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration700 GBX
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 72,699 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

underside sprayed with anti corrosion

Fail 12 Jun 2015 72,694 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

underside sprayed with anti corrosion

Pass 10 Aug 2013 72,631 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 72,104 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 71,550 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 71,235 miles

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 70,944 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 70,394 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 70,394 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 69,402 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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700 GBX is a 1975 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1975 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,924 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 700 GBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 51 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 700 GBX registered?

700 GBX is a 1975 MG Mgb, first registered on 4 September 1975.

Is 700 GBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 700 GBX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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