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COG 960V

1979 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

86,172 mi
Last recorded86,172 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb50,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOG 960V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 86,172 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 86,154 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 85,368 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 85,367 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 84,784 miles

chassis and underside corroded

Fail 23 May 2017 84,784 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre outrigger (5.2.6)

chassis and underside corroded

Pass 23 May 2016 83,990 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 83,078 miles

rear axle straps poor

slight corrosion to rear chassis

Pass 3 Jun 2014 82,346 miles

slight corrosion to rear chassis

Pass 30 May 2013 81,477 miles

general corrosion to underside

Fail 21 May 2013 81,477 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

general corrosion to underside

Pass 7 Jun 2012 80,695 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

slight play in ns king pin

Fail 1 Jun 2012 80,695 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight play in ns king pin

Fail 15 May 2012 80,678 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 May 2011 79,987 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 79,987 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 79,185 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 78,568 miles

FRONT LOWER VALANCE CORRODING WITH AGE

NEAR SIDE FRONT AND BOTH SIDES REAR INNER WHEEL ARCHES CORRODING WITH AGE

SUSPECTED BOTH SIDES FRONT OUTTER SILL PANELS CORRODING WITH AGE BEHIND BOTH SIDES FRONT WINGS

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 May 2008 77,891 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 77,879 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2007 77,297 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 76,832 miles

both sides front floors corroding with age.

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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COG 960V is a 1979 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,857 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 COG 960V, 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 47 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was COG 960V registered?

COG 960V is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 7 September 1979.

Is COG 960V safe to buy?

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