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UVW 309R

1977 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

76,757 mi
Last recorded76,757 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVW 309R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 76,757 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 75,879 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 74,884 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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 74,762 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 74,752 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 74,443 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 74,057 miles

slight play in off side rear wheel bearing

Pass 27 May 2011 73,513 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 73,082 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 May 2009 71,778 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 70,335 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 69,159 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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UVW 309R is a 1977 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 UVW 309R, 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 UVW 309R registered?

UVW 309R is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 12 May 1977.

Is UVW 309R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVW 309R shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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