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TKP 299R

1977 MG Mgb GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,244 mi
Last recorded13,244 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb GT44,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKP 299R
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 13,244 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 12,964 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 12,928 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 12,591 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 12,591 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 12,305 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 12,298 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 11,571 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 11,439 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 11,121 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 11,121 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 10,429 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 10,422 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 9,145 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 9,145 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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TKP 299R is a 1977 MG Mgb GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 44,445 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 GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TKP 299R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 49 years old, this MG Mgb GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TKP 299R registered?

TKP 299R is a 1977 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 18 July 1977.

Is TKP 299R safe to buy?

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