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OBL 65X

1982 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

36,647 mi
Last recorded36,647 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2009
Typical for 1982 MG Mgb69,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBL 65X
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2009 36,647 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 36,647 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

both outer sills slight corrosion

Pass 3 Oct 2008 32,578 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 32,578 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2007 29,149 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 29,149 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

n/s/f floor slight corrosion

o/s/f floor slight corrosion

Pass 2 Oct 2006 24,633 miles

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

n/s/f floor slight corrosion

Pass 28 Sep 2005 21,268 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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OBL 65X is a 1982 MG Mgb in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1982 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 69,386 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 OBL 65X, 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 44 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 OBL 65X registered?

OBL 65X is a 1982 MG Mgb, first registered on 5 February 1982.

Is OBL 65X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBL 65X shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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