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IUI 2802

1977 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,695 mi
Last recorded52,695 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIUI 2802
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 52,695 miles

Offside Front slight play in king pins

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 51,712 miles

Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn nearside & offside king pins (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 51,712 miles

Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn nearside & offside king pins (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low nearside & offside (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 50,960 miles

Coolant leak from hose in engine bay

Engine & gear box oil leak

Hazard lights flashing fast requires attetion

Near side & off side front lower suspension arm bushes perished & worn

Off side rear tyre perished

Steering UJ worn but not excessive

Fail 17 Aug 2017 50,960 miles

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Coolant leak from hose in engine bay

Engine & gear box oil leak

Hazard lights flashing fast requires attetion

Near side & off side front lower suspension arm bushes perished & worn

Off side rear tyre perished

Off side rear wheel binding slightly

Steering UJ worn but not excessive

Pass 18 Aug 2016 50,145 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 50,145 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2016 50,100 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 49,683 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 48,297 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 48,285 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside 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)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 48,162 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 May 2009 48,096 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 47,548 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 47,171 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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IUI 2802 is a 1977 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 54,393 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 IUI 2802, 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 49 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 IUI 2802 registered?

IUI 2802 is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is IUI 2802 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IUI 2802 shows 15 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.

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