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HAH 569T

1978 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,116 mi
Last recorded85,116 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAH 569T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 85,116 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Oil leak leaking from rear brake back plate but not affecting performance ()

Rear battery secured by large cable ties

Fail 6 Jul 2017 85,116 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Oil leak leaking from rear brake back plate but not affecting performance ()

Rear battery secured by large cable ties

Pass 19 Jul 2016 83,971 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 83,881 miles

fuel pipes req; asap.

o/s tyres cracking up req; replacement.

Fail 9 Apr 2014 83,881 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

fuel pipes req; asap.

o/s tyres cracking up req; replacement.

Pass 29 Jun 2007 83,827 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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HAH 569T is a 1978 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 HAH 569T, 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 HAH 569T registered?

HAH 569T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 10 August 1978.

Is HAH 569T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAH 569T shows 6 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.

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