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DFM 325S

1978 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

48,150 mi
Last recorded48,150 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFM 325S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 48,150 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2026 48,146 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2025 46,603 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides of vehicle (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2025 46,603 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides of vehicle (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 35,891 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 33,871 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 32,126 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 32,126 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 31,407 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 30,342 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 28,784 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 27,108 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 25,359 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 23,409 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 21,454 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 20,368 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 18,156 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear suspension straps starting to split

wear starting to steering knuckle.wear starting in the steering rack.front offside tyre inner/outer side walls starting to split.

Fail 20 Oct 2008 18,156 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear suspension straps starting to split

wear starting to steering knuckle.wear starting in the steering rack.front offside tyre inner/outer side walls starting to split.

Pass 3 Oct 2007 16,368 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2006 14,681 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 14,675 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 11,409 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DFM 325S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 DFM 325S, 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 DFM 325S?

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What year was DFM 325S registered?

DFM 325S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 29 June 1978.

Is DFM 325S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFM 325S shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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