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AGA 313S

1978 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2021
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

19,050 mi
Last recorded19,050 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2020
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGA 313S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2020 19,050 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Indicator switch insecure hazard switch loose (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

vehicle under-sealed

Fail 4 Feb 2020 19,050 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Indicator switch insecure hazard switch loose (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

vehicle under-sealed

Fail 17 Jun 2008

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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AGA 313S is a 1978 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AGA 313S, 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 AGA 313S?

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What year was AGA 313S registered?

AGA 313S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 23 February 1978.

Is AGA 313S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGA 313S shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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