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YPE 977T

1978 MG Mgbgt

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,056 mi
Last recorded83,056 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 MG Mgbgt76,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPE 977T
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 83,056 miles

oio leak

slight body corrosion to arches etc

Fail 26 Aug 2016 83,049 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

oio leak

slight body corrosion to arches etc

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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YPE 977T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 76,950 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 YPE 977T, 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 48 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YPE 977T?

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What year was YPE 977T registered?

YPE 977T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 24 August 1978.

Is YPE 977T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YPE 977T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YPE 977T have outstanding finance?

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