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OPM 288R

1976 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

75,886 mi
Last recorded75,886 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1976 MG Mgb29,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPM 288R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 75,886 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 75,148 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 74,417 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 73,816 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 73,082 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 72,955 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 72,194 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 71,809 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 70,556 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 70,112 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 69,780 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/r half shaft seal leaking

Pass 30 Oct 2013 69,426 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear hub oil seal leaking

Fail 30 Oct 2013 69,426 miles

Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Battery insecure (1.9.1) DANGEROUS

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

nearside rear hub oil seal leaking

Pass 8 Nov 2012 68,133 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 68,133 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 68,110 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 68,109 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

handbrake travel

Fail 19 Jan 2009 66,968 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 66,968 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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OPM 288R is a 1976 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OPM 288R, 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 OPM 288R registered?

OPM 288R is a 1976 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 November 1976.

Is OPM 288R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPM 288R shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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