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SVR 883R

1977 MG Mgb

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2018
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

36,068 mi
Last recorded36,068 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVR 883R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2017 36,068 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 36,067 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp rotten (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket rotten (7.1.1)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 36,016 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 36,016 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 36,016 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 35,836 miles

handbrake cable poorly rooted

n/s o/s sill structure weak

Fail 27 Apr 2011 35,836 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 35,730 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 35,572 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 35,572 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 30,274 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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SVR 883R is a 1977 MG Mgb in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 SVR 883R, 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 SVR 883R?

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What year was SVR 883R registered?

SVR 883R is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 June 1977.

Is SVR 883R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVR 883R shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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