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EJX 404S

1978 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,229 mi
Last recorded59,229 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJX 404S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 59,229 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

all under body parts covered in under seal

Pass 9 Dec 2020 58,761 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 58,750 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 57,857 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyre are age cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jan 2019 57,857 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyre are age cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2011 57,683 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 40,965 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 40,965 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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EJX 404S is a 1978 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EJX 404S, 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

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What year was EJX 404S registered?

EJX 404S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is EJX 404S safe to buy?

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