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LHD 402T

1978 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

50,657 mi
Last recorded50,657 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 MG Mgf50,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHD 402T
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2014 50,657 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring damaged but not permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

rear diff has oil leak

Fail 1 Jun 2013 50,652 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2012 50,569 miles

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Oil leak

nearside rear diff oil seal leaking slightly back plate

offside rear brake reading low

rocker box leaking oil

Pass 3 Jun 2010 50,348 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 50,254 miles

both prop u/j have slight play

gearbox leaking oil

n/s/r hub seal leaking

Fail 25 Mar 2008 50,247 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

n/s/rear top shocker nut not lock nut.

Fail 3 Aug 2006 50,240 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2005 48,875 miles

Oil leaks on engine, gearbox and diff

How Reliable is the MG Mgf?

Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,116
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
40,565
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37,610
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32,964
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,147
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 23,285
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,602
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LHD 402T is a 1978 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 50,569 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 Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LHD 402T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LHD 402T?

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What year was LHD 402T registered?

LHD 402T is a 1978 MG Mgf, first registered on 5 August 1978.

Is LHD 402T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHD 402T shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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