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MCS 787W

1981 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,578 mi
Last recorded82,578 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCS 787W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 82,578 miles

body underneath has corrosion

Fail 3 Jul 2020 82,578 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking at pump on tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

body underneath has corrosion

Pass 28 Feb 2018 82,358 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front bush (2.4.G.2)

underside of body has corrosion

Fail 2 May 2017 82,358 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed at steering column area (1.9.2c)

Electrical wiring insecure various places in boot , under steering column also under body at rear (1.9.2a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at gearbox mount (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicator comes on with fog light (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front bush (2.4.G.2)

underside of body has corrosion

Pass 17 Nov 2006 82,040 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 82,039 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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MCS 787W is a 1981 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 46,000 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 MCS 787W, 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 45 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 MCS 787W registered?

MCS 787W is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 9 March 1981.

Is MCS 787W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCS 787W shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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