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ANF 509T

1978 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

9,833 mi
Last recorded9,833 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANF 509T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 9,833 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 4,546 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Jun 2016 4,354 miles

oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2016 4,346 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil level low

oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2016 4,346 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil level low

oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2015 4,166 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 3,730 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 3,357 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 3,064 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 2,637 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 2,107 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 1,553 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2008 589 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 589 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

brake pipes slightly corroded

slight play in both front lower suspension joints

unable to see inner brake pads

Pass 4 Jun 2007 89,121 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 89,043 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2006 87,735 miles

slight play in steering rack joints

slight play on both sides front suspension joints

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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ANF 509T is a 1978 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,156 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 ANF 509T, 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 48 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ANF 509T?

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What year was ANF 509T registered?

ANF 509T is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 18 October 1978.

Is ANF 509T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANF 509T shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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