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HSG 82T

1978 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,361 mi
Last recorded100,361 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSG 82T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2018 100,361 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 99,213 miles

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Slight play in nearside front king pin

Pass 9 Nov 2016 98,244 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 97,231 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 96,633 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 95,686 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 95,138 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 93,913 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 93,044 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight lift in n/s/f lower tronion

Pass 18 Jun 2009 91,953 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 91,228 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 90,247 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 89,479 miles

both front wiper blades starting to deteriorate

oil leak

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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HSG 82T is a 1978 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HSG 82T, 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 HSG 82T registered?

HSG 82T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 9 October 1978.

Is HSG 82T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSG 82T shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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