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SYO 269S

1978 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,228 mi
Last recorded9,228 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYO 269S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 9,228 miles

slight bind on offside rear wheel

Pass 20 Jun 2014 9,070 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

exhaust system rusty

Pass 2 Jul 2013 8,744 miles

Nearside rear tyre sidewall starting to perish

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leaks from gearbox and rear axle

Pass 18 Jun 2012 8,549 miles

Oil leak

exhaust system in rusty condition

Pass 5 Jul 2011 7,790 miles

drivers wiper arm need to be adjusted so it parks on the window screen

emissions close to upper limits on co and hc recommend service/adjustment

slight brake bind condition on os rear wheel possible due to lack of use recommend inspection

water leaking from bottom radiator hose

Pass 27 Apr 2010 7,560 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2009 7,148 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 7,148 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 7,040 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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SYO 269S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,156 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 SYO 269S, 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 48 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 SYO 269S registered?

SYO 269S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is SYO 269S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYO 269S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SYO 269S have outstanding finance?

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