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PGT 313P

1976 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

5,049 mi
Last recorded5,049 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1976 MG Mgb29,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGT 313P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 5,049 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 4,989 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 4,931 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning switch defective

Offside Rear Hanbdrake reading low

Pass 17 Apr 2023 4,864 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 4,749 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 4,600 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 4,175 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 3,777 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 3,487 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 3,026 miles

Very slight weep from offside rear brake pipe to wheel cylinder

Pass 20 May 2015
Pass 23 May 2014 2,157 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 1,707 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 1,189 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 411 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 May 2011 411 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 May 2010 93,222 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 93,173 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 93,122 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

rear exhaust mounting splitting.

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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PGT 313P 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 89.5%.

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 PGT 313P, 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 PGT 313P registered?

PGT 313P is a 1976 MG Mgb, first registered on 11 June 1976.

Is PGT 313P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGT 313P shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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