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SOB 162S

1977 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2017
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,546 mi
Last recorded83,546 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOB 162S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 83,546 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing noisey

Offside Front wheel bearing noisey

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Aug 2016 83,546 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing noisey

Offside Front wheel bearing noisey

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Aug 2016 83,508 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing noisey

Offside Front wheel bearing noisey

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 76,338 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 8 Aug 2015 76,338 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 70,339 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

hand brake cable resting on exhaust

n/s top number plate light not working

slight engine oil leak

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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SOB 162S is a 1977 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 SOB 162S, 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

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What year was SOB 162S registered?

SOB 162S is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is SOB 162S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOB 162S shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SOB 162S have outstanding finance?

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