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BAC 724T

1978 MG B GT

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

3,697 mi
Last recorded3,697 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAC 724T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 3,697 miles

Front Bump stops missing both sides

Offside Front Tyre worn low on inner edge

Reverse lights not working

Fail 20 Jul 2018 3,697 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Bump stops missing both sides

Offside Front Tyre worn low on inner edge

Reverse lights not working

Pass 6 Jul 2017 3,453 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 3,139 miles

Nearside Front Bump stop missing

Nearside Head lamp aim not checked

Offside Front Bump stop missing

Offside Front Tyre worn low on inside edge

Rear Brakes slow to release after use

Fail 8 Jul 2016 3,139 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure Link (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front Bump stop missing

Nearside Head lamp aim not checked

Offside Front Bump stop missing

Offside Front Tyre worn low on inside edge

Rear Brakes slow to release after use

Pass 9 Jul 2015 2,706 miles

Front Brake Disc Surfaces Corroded

O/s/f tyre worn low on inside edge

Fail 2 Jul 2015 2,704 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front Brake Disc Surfaces Corroded

N/s wiper blade split

O/s/f tyre worn low on inside edge

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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BAC 724T is a 1978 MG B GT in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BAC 724T, 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 BAC 724T?

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What year was BAC 724T registered?

BAC 724T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BAC 724T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAC 724T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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