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MWH 555R

1976 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

98,944 mi
Last recorded98,944 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2008
Typical for 1976 MG Mgb29,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWH 555R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2008 98,944 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 98,993 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s & n/s inner wing splash guards corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2007 93,515 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 93,515 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 87,620 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 87,475 miles

Offside Front Upper Axle king pin retaining device missing (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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MWH 555R is a 1976 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 MWH 555R, 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 MWH 555R registered?

MWH 555R is a 1976 MG Mgb, first registered on 13 October 1976.

Is MWH 555R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWH 555R shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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