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EHD 686S

1978 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,021 mi
Last recorded82,021 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2014
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEHD 686S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2014 82,021 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 25 Mar 2014 82,019 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Feb 2007 78,881 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 77,833 miles

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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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EHD 686S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EHD 686S, 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 EHD 686S?

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What year was EHD 686S registered?

EHD 686S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 2 January 1978.

Is EHD 686S safe to buy?

The MOT history for EHD 686S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EHD 686S have outstanding finance?

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