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VRW 371S

1977 MG Mgbgt

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,983 mi
Last recorded44,983 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2010
Typical for 1977 MG Mgbgt28,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRW 371S
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2010 44,983 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 43,063 miles

corrosion around front wheel arch

corrosion around inner sills

corrosion around rear wheel arch

floor pans corroded

n/s/r tyre wearing outer edges

rear exhaust hanger in poor condition

rear hand brake support in poor condition

Pass 5 Jul 2007 39,220 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 39,220 miles

Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front springs corroded

o/s/r wheel arch corroded

play in front wheel bearings

play in steering rack

Pass 9 Jun 2006 37,334 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 37,334 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

ignition switch faulty

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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VRW 371S is a 1977 MG Mgbgt in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 28,918 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 Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VRW 371S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 49 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VRW 371S registered?

VRW 371S is a 1977 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 4 August 1977.

Is VRW 371S safe to buy?

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