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XUP 954R

1977 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,756 mi
Last recorded53,756 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUP 954R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 53,756 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 53,034 miles

Nearside Front bump stop insecure

Offside Front bump stop missing

Fail 2 May 2018 53,034 miles

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

Nearside Front bump stop insecure

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front bump stop missing

Pass 12 Apr 2017 52,734 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 52,059 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 52,059 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 50,605 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2014 50,281 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 50,281 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2013 48,336 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 48,336 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 5 Apr 2012 48,014 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 48,014 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 47,496 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2010 46,195 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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XUP 954R is a 1977 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 XUP 954R, 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

How do I check the history of XUP 954R?

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What year was XUP 954R registered?

XUP 954R is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 24 June 1977.

Is XUP 954R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUP 954R shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XUP 954R have outstanding finance?

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