MOT Status
ValidMileage
3,946 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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windscreen washers intermittent fault
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested light switch intermittent fault (4.1.2 (b))
Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
windscreen washers intermittent fault
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Headlamp aim on lower limit
Nearside Rear (slight moisture around drum brake back plate)
headlamp aim on lower limit
Left side indicator switch temperamental
Nearside Rear Slight moisture around drum brake back plate
Rear Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)
very little clearance at front bump stops
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
very little clearance at front bump stops
Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
How Reliable is the MG Mgb?
Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WGT 71R is a 1980 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.
Across all 1980 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 50,985 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 WGT 71R, 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 46 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of WGT 71R?
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What year was WGT 71R registered?
WGT 71R is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 8 December 1980.
Is WGT 71R safe to buy?
The MOT history for WGT 71R shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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