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PRD 743R

1977 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,895 mi
Last recorded77,895 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRD 743R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 77,895 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 77,721 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 77,611 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 77,520 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 77,423 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 77,396 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 77,373 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 77,273 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 77,269 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 77,173 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 76,972 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 76,972 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 75,772 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 76,758 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

offside rear sill corroded

play in steering rack

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 10 Jul 2008 76,348 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 76,330 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)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 75,566 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 74,985 miles

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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PRD 743R is a 1977 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PRD 743R, 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

How do I check the history of PRD 743R?

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What year was PRD 743R registered?

PRD 743R is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 10 May 1977.

Is PRD 743R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRD 743R shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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