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BFP 997T

1978 MG Mgb Roadster

Red Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,195 mi
Last recorded90,195 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb Roadster42,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFP 997T
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 90,195 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 90,195 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure rubber packer missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 48% (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 90,192 miles

hand brake cable support bracket deteriorated

Pass 23 Sep 2014 90,190 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 90,183 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 90,147 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 90,039 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 89,998 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 89,923 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 89,861 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 89,727 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 89,579 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

front to rear brake pipe rusting

fuel tank rusting

nearside front brake pipe rusting

offside front bump stop splitting from bonding

rear brakes out of balance

wear in steering rack

Fail 9 May 2006 89,579 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

front to rear brake pipe rusting

fuel tank rusting

nearside front brake pipe rusting

offside front bump stop splitting from bonding

rear brakes out of balance

wear in steering rack

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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BFP 997T is a 1978 MG Mgb Roadster in Red with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 42,495 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BFP 997T, 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 48 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFP 997T registered?

BFP 997T is a 1978 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 11 December 1978.

Is BFP 997T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFP 997T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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