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OCM 38S

1978 MG Mgb Roadster

Grey Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2015
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,511 mi
Last recorded7,511 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb Roadster42,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCM 38S
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2014 7,511 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 7,511 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Gas suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Outer Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment fractured (2.4.F.1b)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 7,371 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jun 2013 7,371 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 28 May 2013 7,304 miles

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

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 7,119 miles

Offside Front Upper Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 10 Sep 2010 7,119 miles

Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Front Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 6,909 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

front disc backing plater coroded

o/s front bump stop missing

Fail 9 Sep 2009 6,908 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

front disc backing plater coroded

o/s front bump stop missing

Pass 22 May 2008 5,272 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb Roadster?

Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Stop lamp not working 33
brake binding 32
position lamp(s) not working 30
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OCM 38S is a 1978 MG Mgb Roadster in Grey with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 42,495 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OCM 38S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OCM 38S registered?

OCM 38S is a 1978 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 30 March 1978.

Is OCM 38S safe to buy?

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