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JCO 884P

1975 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 3520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

59,038 mi
Last recorded59,038 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2010
Typical for 1975 MG Mgb44,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCO 884P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,520cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2010 59,038 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 57,723 miles

Oil leak

switch on lights to start and stop engine dangerous when driving.

Fail 9 Oct 2008 57,713 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Oil leak

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

switch on lights to start and stop engine dangerous when driving.

Pass 12 Sep 2007 56,872 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 56,872 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 56,449 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 31 Aug 2006 56,424 miles

Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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JCO 884P is a 1975 MG Mgb in Red with a 3,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1975 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,924 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 JCO 884P, 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 51 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 JCO 884P registered?

JCO 884P is a 1975 MG Mgb, first registered on 30 September 1975.

Is JCO 884P safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCO 884P shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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