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JOP 278L

1973 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

90,769 mi
Last recorded90,769 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOP 278L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 90,769 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 5 May 2017 88,917 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 88,913 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective rear (2.5.A.4)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 88,408 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 87,559 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 87,391 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 86,715 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 86,714 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 84,850 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 84,849 miles

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

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

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

bottom coolant hose leaking/clip insecure

Pass 23 Jul 2009 84,476 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 83,941 miles

coolant radiator leaking

Fail 10 Jul 2008 83,941 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

coolant radiator leaking

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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JOP 278L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 JOP 278L, 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 JOP 278L registered?

JOP 278L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 July 1973.

Is JOP 278L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOP 278L shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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