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MYF 887L

1971 MG Mgbgt

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,980 mi
Last recorded52,980 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 MG Mgbgt17,861 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYF 887L
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 52,980 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 52,966 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven off side foot brake weak (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 52,880 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack end play developing (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 52,771 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play strong advise (2.2.B.1f)

engine oil leak

fuel pipes corroded

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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MYF 887L is a 1971 MG Mgbgt in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 17,861 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a MG Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MYF 887L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MYF 887L registered?

MYF 887L is a 1971 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is MYF 887L safe to buy?

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