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TOP 709S

1978 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

97,092 mi
Last recorded97,092 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOP 709S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 97,092 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 94,164 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 94,151 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 94,151 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 94,142 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 93,510 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 93,510 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 93,494 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 91,979 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 91,979 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 May 2015 90,961 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2014 89,578 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2013 89,557 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 89,537 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 89,331 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 89,195 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2009 88,616 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 88,541 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 88,255 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 87,259 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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TOP 709S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 TOP 709S, 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 TOP 709S registered?

TOP 709S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 10 January 1978.

Is TOP 709S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOP 709S shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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