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TLD 540G

1980 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

32,465 mi
Last recorded32,465 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2007
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLD 540G
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Jan 2007 32,465 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

offside rear outer sill slight corrosion

Pass 24 Jan 2006 32,437 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 32,433 miles

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

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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TLD 540G is a 1980 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 50,985 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 TLD 540G, 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 46 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 TLD 540G?

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What year was TLD 540G registered?

TLD 540G is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 28 March 1980.

Is TLD 540G safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLD 540G shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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