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AAY 627T

1978 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

74,881 mi
Last recorded74,881 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAY 627T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 74,881 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Ns axle check strap deteriorated rear

Offside Front Brake hose has slight twist but hose is protected

Offside Front Slight corrosion at offside drivers floor pan

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 May 2017 74,802 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 74,719 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at the rear ( boot floor ) (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 May 2015 74,598 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 74,376 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 74,357 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

offside rear brake has a slight bind. A strip down and inspection is advised.

Pass 21 May 2013 74,323 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 74,135 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 73,844 miles

offside rear brake has a very slight bind

rear brakes have slightly uneven application

Fail 6 May 2010 73,436 miles

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 6 May 2010 73,436 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 72,764 miles

carbs need overhaul

Pass 21 Apr 2008 71,782 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 70,781 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 70,771 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 69,639 miles

note n/s & o/s top swivels & lower trunions may need attention

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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AAY 627T is a 1978 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1978 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 48,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AAY 627T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AAY 627T?

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What year was AAY 627T registered?

AAY 627T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is AAY 627T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAY 627T shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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