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FDS 617D

2008 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

60,482 mi
Last recorded60,482 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDS 617D
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 60,482 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 60,190 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 59,881 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 59,112 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 58,364 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 58,169 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 57,573 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 57,573 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 16 Sep 2010 56,908 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 56,908 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 56,160 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 56,160 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 54,914 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 54,187 miles

Battery insecure

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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FDS 617D is a 2008 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FDS 617D, 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 18 years old, this MG Mgb is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FDS 617D registered?

FDS 617D is a 2008 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is FDS 617D safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDS 617D shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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