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DVN 251C

1965 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,152 mi
Last recorded37,152 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1965 MG Mgb40,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVN 251C
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1965
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 37,152 miles

Nearside Front Lower trunnion has play

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in front of rear leaf spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubbers splitting (6.1.2 (a))

steering wheel has free play at bearing

Pass 22 May 2023 31,117 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 31,117 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired quarter (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 May 2022 31,117 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 31,117 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2020 31,117 miles

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 31,117 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 31,117 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 30,642 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 30,642 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting excessively worn (4.2.B.5)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Wheel hub spigot mounting excessively worn (4.2.B.5)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s sill/door step (5.2.6)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower mounting (2.7.4)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 23,952 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 23,723 miles

Offside Front Lower Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

oil leak, front and rear

Pass 25 Apr 2015 23,723 miles

oil leak, front and rear

Fail 10 Jun 2014 23,709 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

oil leak, engine, gearbox, rear axle

Fail 23 May 2013 23,506 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2013 23,506 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 23,324 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 23,324 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 22,937 miles

both front coil springs corroded

front disc advise

underbody has corrosion

Pass 3 Jun 2009 22,497 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 22,299 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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DVN 251C is a 1965 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DVN 251C, 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

How do I check the history of DVN 251C?

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What year was DVN 251C registered?

DVN 251C is a 1965 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 March 1965.

Is DVN 251C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVN 251C shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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