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HCP 710S

1978 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,794 mi
Last recorded87,794 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCP 710S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 87,794 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 87,315 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 87,155 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 87,109 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 86,893 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 86,642 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 86,368 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 86,368 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 86,006 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 85,978 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 85,886 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 85,756 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 85,756 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 85,129 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 84,439 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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HCP 710S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 HCP 710S, 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

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What year was HCP 710S registered?

HCP 710S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 31 March 1978.

Is HCP 710S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCP 710S shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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