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OEW 811R

1976 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,627 mi
Last recorded27,627 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 1976 MG Mgb29,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEW 811R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 27,627 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 27,425 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 27,216 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 27,030 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 27,030 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 26,874 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2010 25,990 miles

brake and clutch reservoirs corroded

seat belts starting to fray

underside of vehicle completely undersealed

Fail 20 Apr 2010 25,990 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

brake and clutch reservoirs corroded

seat belts starting to fray

underside of vehicle completely undersealed

Pass 22 Sep 2008 25,536 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 25,536 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

bonnet catch sticky

hand brake travel

Pass 11 Apr 2006 23,961 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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OEW 811R is a 1976 MG Mgb in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OEW 811R, 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 OEW 811R?

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What year was OEW 811R registered?

OEW 811R is a 1976 MG Mgb, first registered on 13 December 1976.

Is OEW 811R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEW 811R shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OEW 811R have outstanding finance?

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