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LSD 888P

1976 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,592 mi
Last recorded18,592 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1976 MG Mgb29,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSD 888P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 18,592 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 16,649 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 14,458 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 14,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 13,899 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 13,899 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 13,873 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 13,873 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 13,064 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 12,492 miles

All tyre side walls cracking

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Oct 2016 12,492 miles

All tyre side walls cracking

Fuel system component leaking FUEL PUMP CONNECTOR (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 May 2015 10,210 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 9,747 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 9,261 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 8,862 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 8,479 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 6,413 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 5,746 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 3,682 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 2,953 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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LSD 888P is a 1976 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 29,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LSD 888P, 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 50 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 LSD 888P registered?

LSD 888P is a 1976 MG Mgb, first registered on 13 January 1976.

Is LSD 888P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSD 888P shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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