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MPF 322W

1980 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

89,022 mi
Last recorded89,022 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPF 322W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 89,022 miles

Front brake imbalance

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 89,003 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front brake imbalance

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 88,311 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch side wall damaged evidence of contact with wheel arch but not touching at time of test (5.2.3 (f))

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

Offside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 88,310 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire banjo pipe / connector from electric fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch side wall damaged evidence of contact with wheel arch but not touching at time of test (5.2.3 (f))

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

Offside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 87,847 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2017 87,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

n/s and O/s registration lamps have only one bulb working

Pass 14 Jun 2016 86,765 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

offside front and both rear tyres are showing signs of age

Fail 14 Jun 2016 86,758 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

offside front and both rear tyres are showing signs of age

Pass 21 Aug 2015 86,559 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 86,119 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 85,638 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 85,215 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 85,215 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 84,143 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 84,138 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 26 May 2010 82,196 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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MPF 322W is a 1980 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 50,985 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 MPF 322W, 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 46 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MPF 322W registered?

MPF 322W is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 23 December 1980.

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