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ESU 893T

1978 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

9,517 mi
Last recorded9,517 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESU 893T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 9,517 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 9,517 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 9,335 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 9,185 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 7,983 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 7,973 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 7,955 miles

all four tyres perished.

Fail 12 Nov 2015 7,955 miles

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

all four tyres perished.

Pass 12 Jul 2013 7,126 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 6,701 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 6,441 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 6,441 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2005 5,708 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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ESU 893T is a 1978 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 ESU 893T, 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 ESU 893T?

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What year was ESU 893T registered?

ESU 893T is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 26 September 1978.

Is ESU 893T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESU 893T shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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