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TRM 456S

1977 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

4,212 mi
Last recorded4,212 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRM 456S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 4,212 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Aug 2016 3,257 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Aug 2015 2,055 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 2,054 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 480 miles

slight movement steering wheel to upper steering colum

Fail 21 Aug 2014 480 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight movement steering wheel to upper steering colum

Pass 21 Aug 2013 98,726 miles

o/s front wing has hole adjacent to side light light not insecure

Fail 20 Aug 2013 98,723 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

o/s front wing has hole adjacent to side light light not insecure

Pass 17 Aug 2012 96,841 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 96,839 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Front Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 94,482 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 92,521 miles

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

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

Offside front bump stop missing.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 10 Aug 2010 92,517 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Offside front bump stop missing.

Pass 18 Aug 2009 91,793 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 91,792 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 91,742 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

slight corrosion underside of vehicle

slight play rack+pinion

Fail 26 Aug 2008 91,742 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight corrosion underside of vehicle

slight play rack+pinion

Fail 5 Jul 2006 91,607 miles

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 91,607 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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TRM 456S is a 1977 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 TRM 456S, 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

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What year was TRM 456S registered?

TRM 456S is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is TRM 456S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRM 456S shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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