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PWL 729T

1978 MG Mgbgt

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,497 mi
Last recorded69,497 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 1978 MG Mgbgt76,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWL 729T
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 69,497 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 69,482 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 69,482 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 69,459 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 69,411 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 69,388 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 69,388 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 68,993 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Aug 2014 67,178 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 67,042 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 66,961 miles

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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PWL 729T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 76,950 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 PWL 729T, 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 48 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PWL 729T?

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What year was PWL 729T registered?

PWL 729T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 25 October 1978.

Is PWL 729T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWL 729T 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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