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APJ 278T

1979 MG Mgb GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,056 mi
Last recorded64,056 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2010
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb GT32,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPJ 278T
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2010 64,056 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 63,957 miles

nsf slight up and down in king pin

rear metal brake pipes on axel corroaded

Pass 8 Jul 2008 63,905 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 63,822 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight lift in both front king pins

Pass 1 Jun 2006 62,834 miles

drivers seat belt a little frayed

offside rear inner sill rusty

slight lift in nearside front suspension trunion

Fail 1 Jun 2006 62,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

drivers seat belt a little frayed

offside rear inner sill rusty

slight lift in nearside front suspension trunion

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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APJ 278T is a 1979 MG Mgb GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 32,044 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 APJ 278T, 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 47 years old, this MG Mgb GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APJ 278T registered?

APJ 278T is a 1979 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 4 January 1979.

Is APJ 278T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APJ 278T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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