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TAX 808S

1977 MG Mgb Roadster

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

2,784 mi
Last recorded2,784 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb Roadster80,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAX 808S
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 2,784 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2019 2,784 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 2,680 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Oil leak Engine / Gearbox ()

Fail 30 Apr 2018 6,802 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Oil leak Engine / Gearbox ()

Pass 11 Apr 2017 2,554 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

clutch return spring broken

rear exhaust box rusty

Fail 11 Apr 2017 2,554 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

clutch return spring broken

rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 23 Apr 2016 102,239 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 1,982 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust rusty

Pass 23 Apr 2014 101,763 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 101,763 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 1,334 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f lower suspension pin/bush dust cover torn but not letting in dirt

Fail 22 Apr 2013 1,334 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f lower suspension pin/bush dust cover torn but not letting in dirt

Pass 1 May 2012 1,088 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front lower suspension pivot dust covers split

Fail 1 May 2012 1,088 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Upper Steering column universal joint locking device insecure (2.1.6)

front lower suspension pivot dust covers split

Pass 4 May 2011 830 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 830 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 646 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 358 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 190 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 190 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 May 2007 158 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 22 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2005 22 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb Roadster?

Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Stop lamp not working 33
brake binding 32
position lamp(s) not working 30
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TAX 808S is a 1977 MG Mgb Roadster in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 80,540 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TAX 808S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 49 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TAX 808S registered?

TAX 808S is a 1977 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 1 September 1977.

Is TAX 808S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAX 808S shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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