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GJK 724X

1982 MG Mgb

Bronze Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

8,368 mi
Last recorded8,368 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1982 MG Mgb69,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJK 724X
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1982
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 8,368 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 8,030 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 6,781 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer sill corrodded but not holed

Offside Rear Outer sill corrodded but not holed

Pass 15 Jun 2020 5,737 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 3,844 miles

Offside Rack end slight play

Offside Rear wheel bearing slight play

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush leaf spring bushed very perished and movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 3,842 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn Lower trunion bush excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rack end slight play

Offside Rear wheel bearing slight play

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush leaf spring bushed very perished and movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 2,826 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2018 2,826 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2017 99,304 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Jun 2016 95,297 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 95,297 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)

Braking system leaking servo vac pipe split (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 91,785 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2014 85,464 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 78,459 miles

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

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

NSF tyre cracking - perishing

Pass 18 Jun 2013 78,459 miles

NSF tyre cracking - perishing

Pass 7 Jul 2012 78,111 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 77,941 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 77,819 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2009 77,635 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine and gearbox oil leaks

pads not visable

Pass 14 Jul 2007 77,136 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 77,026 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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GJK 724X is a 1982 MG Mgb in Bronze with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1982 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 69,386 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 GJK 724X, 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 44 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJK 724X registered?

GJK 724X is a 1982 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is GJK 724X safe to buy?

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