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GBT 710S

1978 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,726 mi
Last recorded96,726 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2011
Typical for 1978 MG Mgf50,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBT 710S
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2011 96,726 miles

both outer sills and both floors pans are starting to corrode, not yet excessive

both rear inner wheel arches are starting to corrode, not yet excessive

corrosion to the offside of bulk-head uder the bonnet, not yet excessive

engine and gear box oil leaks

nearside jacking point, metal strap has broken

slight bind to the offside front brake

slight play to the nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 9 Dec 2010 96,673 miles

corrosion under both rear wheel arches, not yet excessive

engine oil leaks

h/T coil lead rubbing on steering column

rear leaf springs are starting to splay

slightbind to the offside front brake

vehicle underneith is corroding not yet excessive

Pass 15 Dec 2009 96,623 miles

H/T coil lead is rubbing on the steering column

engine oil leaks

rear diff is starting to leak oil

rear leaf spring are starting to splay

slight bind to the offside front brake

vehicle undernieth is starting to corrode

Fail 2 Dec 2009 96,623 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

H/T coil lead is rubbing on the steering column

engine oil leaks

rear diff is starting to leak oil

rear leaf spring are starting to splay

slight bind to the offside front brake

Pass 4 Dec 2008 96,529 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 96,348 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 96,295 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgf?

Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,116
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
40,565
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37,610
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32,964
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,147
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 23,285
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,602
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GBT 710S is a 1978 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 50,569 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GBT 710S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GBT 710S registered?

GBT 710S is a 1978 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is GBT 710S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBT 710S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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