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PLS 808T

1978 MG Mgbgt

Brown Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,878 mi
Last recorded71,878 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2014
Typical for 1978 MG Mgbgt76,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLS 808T
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2014 71,878 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 71,878 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2013 71,875 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 71,865 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight imbalance on rear brakes

Pass 19 Nov 2010 71,859 miles

off side rear brake needs attention

Pass 14 Oct 2009 71,838 miles

NEAR SIDE WING CORRODED

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2009 71,838 miles

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

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

NEAR SIDE WING CORRODED

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 71,800 miles

a post corroded and holed

Fail 17 Jul 2008 71,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

a post corroded and holed

Pass 9 Jul 2007 23,189 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 70,479 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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PLS 808T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt in Brown with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 76,950 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 Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PLS 808T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PLS 808T?

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What year was PLS 808T registered?

PLS 808T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is PLS 808T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLS 808T 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.

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