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UAN 714S

1978 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,609 mi
Last recorded24,609 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAN 714S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 24,609 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 24,272 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2017 24,266 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (2.5.A.3a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 23,621 miles

Nearside Rear service brake and park brake effort low

Pass 3 Oct 2015 22,982 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2014 22,149 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 22,149 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 21,275 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 20,174 miles

nsr brake sticks on slightly

Pass 16 May 2012 19,166 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 18,519 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 17,691 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 17,037 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 16,072 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 10,698 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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UAN 714S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UAN 714S, 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

How do I check the history of UAN 714S?

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What year was UAN 714S registered?

UAN 714S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 23 February 1978.

Is UAN 714S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAN 714S shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UAN 714S have outstanding finance?

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