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PHS 784V

1980 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,851 mi
Last recorded50,851 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2011
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHS 784V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2011 50,851 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nsf tyre wall perished

Pass 20 Sep 2010 49,006 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 48,810 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2008 48,810 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 48,412 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 47,563 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 47,552 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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PHS 784V is a 1980 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 50,985 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 PHS 784V, 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 46 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PHS 784V?

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What year was PHS 784V registered?

PHS 784V is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 19 June 1980.

Is PHS 784V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHS 784V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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