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JOL 728L

1973 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,706 mi
Last recorded31,706 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOL 728L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 31,706 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear tyre wall cracking

Fail 18 Feb 2016 31,706 miles

Horn not working connector loose (1.6.2a)

Offside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear tyre wall cracking

Pass 23 Jan 2015 31,751 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 29,909 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 29,908 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 23,728 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 23,728 miles

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

Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 18,019 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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JOL 728L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 JOL 728L, 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 JOL 728L registered?

JOL 728L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 10 January 1973.

Is JOL 728L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOL 728L shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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