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GAB 778J

1971 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,000 mi
Last recorded32,000 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAB 778J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 32,000 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 31,996 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded forward mountng (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded forward mounting (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 31,929 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 30,994 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 29,031 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 26,832 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 25,939 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 25,823 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 25,704 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 25,548 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 25,278 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 25,277 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 25,007 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 25,004 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 24,412 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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GAB 778J is a 1971 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 30,770 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 GAB 778J, 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 55 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 GAB 778J registered?

GAB 778J is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is GAB 778J safe to buy?

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