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NEY 420R

1977 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,424 mi
Last recorded90,424 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEY 420R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 90,424 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 90,345 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed worn/damaged + requires assistance to return (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2021 90,330 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fuel hose chafing from fuel tank to fuel pump - rubbing on rear axle check strap o/s and o/s axle tube (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed worn/damaged (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

right hand indicators to not operate when hazards applied

Pass 27 Feb 2020 90,228 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 89,784 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 89,775 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

very little reserve travel in handbrake

Pass 20 Feb 2018 89,243 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 88,756 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 88,022 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2016 88,006 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Front 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)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 87,560 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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NEY 420R is a 1977 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 54,393 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 NEY 420R, 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 49 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NEY 420R registered?

NEY 420R is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 4 February 1977.

Is NEY 420R safe to buy?

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