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PGT 390P

1976 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,899 mi
Last recorded54,899 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 MG Mgb29,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGT 390P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 54,899 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 54,897 miles

n/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 15 Apr 2016 54,827 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Apr 2016 54,827 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 54,746 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 54,744 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Anti freeze leaking from radiator area

Pass 1 Apr 2014 54,649 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 54,648 miles

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

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

Slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 5 Mar 2013 54,415 miles

o/s/f brake binding slightly. Slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing.

Pass 7 Mar 2012 54,372 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 54,372 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 54,304 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 54,304 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 54,211 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 54,211 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 54,131 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 53,855 miles
Pass 19 May 2005 53,301 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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PGT 390P is a 1976 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PGT 390P, 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 390P registered?

PGT 390P is a 1976 MG Mgb, first registered on 10 June 1976.

Is PGT 390P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGT 390P shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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