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DKU 178V

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

95,229 mi
Last recorded95,229 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKU 178V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 95,229 miles

fuel cap sealing washer slightly deteriorated

underside all covered in thick sealer

Pass 2 Aug 2022 95,070 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front exhaust blowing slightly from joint

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

all underside and components heavily undersealed

coolant leaking slightly from bottom radiator hose

fuel cap sealing washer slightly deteriorated

Fail 2 Aug 2022 95,070 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front exhaust blowing slightly from joint

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

all underside and components heavily undersealed

coolant leaking slightly from bottom radiator hose

fuel cap sealing washer slightly deteriorated

Pass 2 Aug 2021 94,384 miles

front brake discs heavily corroded

main beam tell tale blue lense missing so bulb on dash dazzles you

underside all covered in thick sealer

Fail 29 Jul 2021 94,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front brake discs heavily corroded

main beam tell tale blue lense missing so bulb on dash dazzles you

underside all covered in thick sealer

Pass 29 Oct 2016 94,174 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 91,660 miles

Centre exhaust mount broken,but system is secure

Near side front brake hose rubbing on top wishbone

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 5 Oct 2015 91,657 miles

Nearside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Centre exhaust mount broken,but system is secure

Near side front brake hose rubbing on top wishbone

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 90,961 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 90,765 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 90,765 miles

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 89,221 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 87,288 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 86,579 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 86,548 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 86,534 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 85,555 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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DKU 178V is a 1979 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1979 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 52,668 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 DKU 178V, 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 47 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DKU 178V registered?

DKU 178V is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 7 November 1979.

Is DKU 178V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKU 178V shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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