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WCB 136T

1978 MG Mgbgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,746 mi
Last recorded33,746 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2008
Typical for 1978 MG Mgbgt76,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCB 136T
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2008 33,746 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 30,585 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 25,355 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2005 20,212 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2005 20,212 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Steering wheel weakened by fractures (2.1.1) DANGEROUS

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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WCB 136T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WCB 136T, 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

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What year was WCB 136T registered?

WCB 136T is a 1978 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is WCB 136T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCB 136T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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