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WYA 459G

1968 MG Mgb GT

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

18,992 mi
Last recorded18,992 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1968 MG Mgb GT68,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYA 459G
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1968
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 18,992 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 13 Apr 2018 18,972 miles

Headlamp switch faulty Main beam not switching off (1.7.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' Wipers not parking off screen (8.3.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' Wipers not parking off screen (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Apr 2017 17,954 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2017 17,911 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Leaf spring front mount (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 17,887 miles

corrosion to under body condition

engine oil leak

front number plate cracked

nearside front sill excessively corroded

nearside rear damper weeping

offside rear sill excessively corroded

slight play to both front wheels

Fail 25 Apr 2016 17,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

corrosion to under body condition

engine oil leak

front number plate cracked

nearside front sill excessively corroded

nearside rear damper weeping

offside rear sill excessively corroded

slight play to both front wheels

Pass 20 Apr 2015 16,255 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 15,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 15,879 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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WYA 459G is a 1968 MG Mgb GT in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1968 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 68,511 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 GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WYA 459G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 58 years old, this MG Mgb GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WYA 459G registered?

WYA 459G is a 1968 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 1 August 1968.

Is WYA 459G safe to buy?

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