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TSB 248M

1982 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

92,211 mi
Last recorded92,211 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 1982 MG Mgb69,386 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSB 248M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2017 92,211 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2017 32,153 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 91,637 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 91,637 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 6,997 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 90,871 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 90,866 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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TSB 248M is a 1982 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1982 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 69,386 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 TSB 248M, 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 44 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 TSB 248M?

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What year was TSB 248M registered?

TSB 248M is a 1982 MG Mgb, first registered on 22 March 1982.

Is TSB 248M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSB 248M shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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