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POB 214R

1977 MG Mgbgt

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,238 mi
Last recorded17,238 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 1977 MG Mgbgt28,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOB 214R
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2018 17,238 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 15,932 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 14,994 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 14,494 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 13,647 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 13,047 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 12,389 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 10,917 miles

centre exhaust mount broken

slight play in nsr wheel bearing

slight play in os kingpin

Fail 15 Aug 2011 10,917 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

centre exhaust mount broken

slight play in nsr wheel bearing

slight play in os kingpin

Pass 6 Sep 2010 9,966 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 9,966 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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POB 214R is a 1977 MG Mgbgt in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 28,918 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying POB 214R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 49 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was POB 214R registered?

POB 214R is a 1977 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is POB 214R safe to buy?

The MOT history for POB 214R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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