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FCB 8D

1978 MG B GT

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,467 mi
Last recorded53,467 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2009
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCB 8D
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2009 53,467 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 52,643 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 52,643 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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FCB 8D is a 1978 MG B GT in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FCB 8D, 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 FCB 8D?

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What year was FCB 8D registered?

FCB 8D is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 6 December 1978.

Is FCB 8D safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCB 8D shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FCB 8D have outstanding finance?

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