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MDA 980P

1976 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,182 mi
Last recorded34,182 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1976 MG Mgb29,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDA 980P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 34,182 miles

Front subframe and suspension arms have slight corrosion

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Jun 2017 34,168 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front subframe and suspension arms have slight corrosion

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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MDA 980P is a 1976 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 MDA 980P, 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

How do I check the history of MDA 980P?

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What year was MDA 980P registered?

MDA 980P is a 1976 MG Mgb, first registered on 15 March 1976.

Is MDA 980P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDA 980P shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MDA 980P have outstanding finance?

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