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APR 424T

1978 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

9,712 mi
Last recorded9,712 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPR 424T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 9,712 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 9,711 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 8,913 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Mar 2018 7,190 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 6,838 miles

Slight exhaust blow manifold area

Fail 8 Mar 2017 6,838 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 5,343 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 5,343 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 4,072 miles

both outer sills starting to corrode

nearside front seatbelt starting to fray

offside headlamp lens starting to tarnish

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

steering rack damp and nearside gaiter has pinhole but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Fail 27 Feb 2015 4,047 miles

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

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

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

both outer sills starting to corrode

handbrake compensator rubber in poor condition

nearside front seatbelt starting to fray

nearside rear suspension limit strap broken and offside in poor condition

offside headlamp lens starting to tarnish

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

steering rack damp and nearside gaiter has pinhole but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Pass 22 Apr 2014 2,593 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

steering rack damp -- slight leak

Pass 23 Apr 2013 2,335 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 101,325 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 5 May 2011 99,993 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 99,568 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 98,528 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 97,002 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 95,507 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 95,507 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 19 May 2006 94,173 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 94,173 miles

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

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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APR 424T is a 1978 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 APR 424T, 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

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What year was APR 424T registered?

APR 424T is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 21 November 1978.

Is APR 424T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APR 424T shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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