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MCO 485H

1970 MG Mgb GT

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,801 mi
Last recorded31,801 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb GT51,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCO 485H
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 31,801 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fuel rubber hose cracking and perishing - advise replacement.

Underside of vehicle corroded in appearance .

Pass 30 Dec 2019 31,587 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Underside generally rusty in appearance

Pass 4 Dec 2018 31,355 miles

Corrosion on nearside sill panel

Pass 4 Dec 2017 31,061 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 30,629 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 29,762 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 28,535 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 26,037 miles

Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slight underbody rust relevent to age of vehicle

Pass 25 Oct 2011 25,850 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 25,840 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 25,715 miles

H/brake has long travel

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 25,247 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 24,096 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 24,083 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 23,374 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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MCO 485H is a 1970 MG Mgb GT in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 51,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MCO 485H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgb GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MCO 485H registered?

MCO 485H is a 1970 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 18 March 1970.

Is MCO 485H safe to buy?

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