MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,830 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Outer Driver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
both steering rack gaiters perishing
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
Fuel system component leaking pipe at fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))
both steering rack gaiters perishing
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
o/s/f n/s/f wheel bearings have slight play
rear brake imbalanced
dampness on fuel tank
dampness on steering rack
front shockers damp
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
dampness on fuel tank
dampness on steering rack
front shockers damp
o/s mirror
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
o/s mirror
exhaust centre mounting broken
security o/s door
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
exhaust centre mounting broken
security o/s door
dampness on fuel pump
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear reflector excessively deteriorated so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
dampness on fuel pump
How Reliable is the MG Mgb?
Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MPE 489L is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 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 MPE 489L, 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 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of MPE 489L?
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What year was MPE 489L registered?
MPE 489L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 9 August 1972.
Is MPE 489L safe to buy?
The MOT history for MPE 489L shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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