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EVL 52T

1978 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,389 mi
Last recorded4,389 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVL 52T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 4,389 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 4,388 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2013 4,378 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 4,378 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 4,155 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 4,155 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 3,732 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

engine tune advised

offside wiper starting to look worn

rear leaf spring strap worn

Fail 11 Jun 2010 3,484 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 3,484 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 3,226 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 2,908 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 2,873 miles

underbody has been heavily covered with underseal unable to fully check

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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EVL 52T is a 1978 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EVL 52T, 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 EVL 52T?

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What year was EVL 52T registered?

EVL 52T is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 14 December 1978.

Is EVL 52T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVL 52T shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EVL 52T have outstanding finance?

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