MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : MG : MGB : 1972

MG MGB 1972

Tests: 341

Pass rate: 81.82%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid.3.5(a)Major19%
2Brakes out of balance across an axle.1.2.1(b)(i)Major18%
3Stop lamps all missing or inoperative.4.3.1(a)(iii)Dangerous15%
4Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or damaged.2.1.3(g)(ii)Major15%
5Horn not working.7.7(a)Major13%
6Binding brake.1.2.1(f)Major13%
7Position lamp missing or inoperative.4.2.1(a)(ii)Major11%
8Electrical wiring insecure.4.11(a)(ii)Major10%
9Headlamp aim outwith limits.4.1.2(a)Major10%
10Tyre with a lump, bulge or tear.5.2.3(d)(ii)Dangerous6%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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