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BRX 503T

1978 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

95,759 mi
Last recorded95,759 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2012
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRX 503T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2012 95,759 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 95,546 miles

front discs scored

front pads low

surface corrosion to underside

Pass 9 Feb 2010 88,943 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2010 88,942 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 88,895 miles

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

slight play in both kingpins

Fail 4 Mar 2009 88,809 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

slight play in both front kingpins

Pass 7 Mar 2008 87,513 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 87,513 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

headlamp aim on lower limit

windscreen washers week

Pass 8 Feb 2007 86,874 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 86,874 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 86,646 miles

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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BRX 503T is a 1978 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BRX 503T, 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 BRX 503T?

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What year was BRX 503T registered?

BRX 503T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 11 September 1978.

Is BRX 503T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRX 503T shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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