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JGD 797L

1973 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,023 mi
Last recorded51,023 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2008
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGD 797L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2008 51,023 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 50,968 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2007 50,357 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 50,357 miles

Centre Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both rear inner and outer wheel arches corroding

both rear outer corners of boot floor plate welded

inner sills and outer floor pans corroding

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 12 Jul 2005 49,885 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2005

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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JGD 797L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 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 JGD 797L, 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 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JGD 797L registered?

JGD 797L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 14 May 1973.

Is JGD 797L safe to buy?

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