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NPO 195R

1977 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

14,700 mi
Last recorded14,700 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPO 195R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 14,700 miles

general underbody corrosion

slight free play in inner rack joints

Fail 12 Apr 2016 14,700 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside inner wheel arch (3.6.C.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

general underbody corrosion

slight free play in inner rack joints

Pass 29 Apr 2015 14,693 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 14,675 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 14,674 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 14,015 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 14,015 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 12,701 miles

Handbrake cable rubber mounting strap to axle broken

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

light corrosion starting various places

o/s/r tyre starting to perish

Fail 26 Jan 2011 12,701 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Handbrake cable rubber mounting strap to axle broken

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

light corrosion starting various places

o/s/r tyre starting to perish

Pass 29 Jan 2010 9,316 miles

Both front shock absorbers have a light misting of oil, but operation not affected

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

O/s & N/s front lower wishbone bushes starting to deteriorate

Rubber handbrake mounting to axle poor condition

corrosion starting various places under vehicle

Pass 18 Dec 2008 6,763 miles

Corrosion patches all over underside & upper body panels.

Slight movement in N/S & O/S/F trunion bushes.

Fail 10 Dec 2008 6,753 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)

Offside Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Corrosion patches all over underside & upper body panels.

Slight movement in N/S & O/S/F trunion bushes.

Pass 28 Mar 2007 4,593 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 4,584 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s rear tyre cracking,o/s rear tyre worn low on inner edge.

o/s hand brake effort low.

slight seperation on o/s seat belt webbing,corrosion started in panelling within 30cm of both rear spring front mountings,rear springs splaying(lengthways),play in o/s lower trunnuion+o/s rack internals.

top hose ballooning.

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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NPO 195R is a 1977 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 NPO 195R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NPO 195R registered?

NPO 195R is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is NPO 195R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPO 195R shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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