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ULB 60R

1977 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

79,030 mi
Last recorded79,030 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULB 60R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 79,030 miles

rear axle rubbers straps detertioated

Fail 16 May 2018 79,030 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear axle rubbers straps detertioated

Pass 12 May 2017 78,765 miles

clutch pipe coroded

Fail 12 May 2017 78,765 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

clutch pipe coroded

Pass 11 May 2016 78,595 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

clutch pipe rusty at slave cyl

Pass 13 May 2015 78,415 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 78,402 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 1 May 2014 78,058 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 77,326 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)

Oil leak

Fail 1 May 2013 77,324 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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 Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2013 77,306 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 76,798 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 76,298 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 76,298 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 76,288 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r brakes binding slightly

o/s/f stearing gator split

o/s/r rebound stap brocken

Pass 11 May 2009 75,965 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 75,852 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 75,273 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 74,240 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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ULB 60R is a 1977 MG Mgb in White with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 ULB 60R, 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.

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What year was ULB 60R registered?

ULB 60R is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 June 1977.

Is ULB 60R safe to buy?

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