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RHV 293Y

1983 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,506 mi
Last recorded78,506 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2007
Typical for 1983 MG Mgb17,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHV 293Y
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2007 78,506 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 77,876 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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RHV 293Y is a 1983 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 17,630 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 RHV 293Y, 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 43 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RHV 293Y registered?

RHV 293Y is a 1983 MG Mgb, first registered on 10 May 1983.

Is RHV 293Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHV 293Y shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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