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MPE 989P

1976 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,016 mi
Last recorded23,016 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 1976 MG Mgb29,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPE 989P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 23,016 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 22,962 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 22,906 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 22,847 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 22,828 miles

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 9 May 2013 22,742 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 22,705 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 22,496 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 22,496 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 22,467 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 22,467 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 22,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2008 22,411 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 22,368 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 22,322 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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MPE 989P is a 1976 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 MPE 989P, 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 MPE 989P?

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What year was MPE 989P registered?

MPE 989P is a 1976 MG Mgb, first registered on 2 April 1976.

Is MPE 989P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPE 989P shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MPE 989P have outstanding finance?

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