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JGH 892X

1982 MG Mgb

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

49,136 mi
Last recorded49,136 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 1982 MG Mgb69,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGH 892X
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1982
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 49,136 miles

HAZARD SWITCH FAULTY

Nearside Rear HALF SHAFT OIL SEAL WEEPING

Fail 29 Sep 2020 49,120 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

HAZARD SWITCH FAULTY

Nearside Rear HALF SHAFT OIL SEAL WEEPING

Pass 26 Sep 2019 48,989 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 48,427 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 48,143 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 47,793 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 47,556 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 47,556 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2014 47,554 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 47,460 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 47,460 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 46,935 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 46,627 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 45,541 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 44,003 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 43,344 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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JGH 892X is a 1982 MG Mgb in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 JGH 892X, 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

How do I check the history of JGH 892X?

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What year was JGH 892X registered?

JGH 892X is a 1982 MG Mgb, first registered on 24 February 1982.

Is JGH 892X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGH 892X shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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