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DNF 989C

1965 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,348 mi
Last recorded12,348 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 1965 MG Mgb40,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNF 989C
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 12,348 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 15 May 2014 12,348 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

main beam warning tell tale lamp not working

Pass 2 Jun 2007 12,157 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 11,690 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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DNF 989C is a 1965 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1965 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 40,751 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DNF 989C, 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 61 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 DNF 989C registered?

DNF 989C is a 1965 MG Mgb, first registered on 15 October 1965.

Is DNF 989C safe to buy?

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