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HUI 449

1978 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,048 mi
Last recorded26,048 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUI 449
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 26,048 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 25,101 miles

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

very slight lift in n/s front king pin

Pass 29 Nov 2013 23,792 miles

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 23,169 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 21,744 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 20,070 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

some under body corrosion but all appears sound

Pass 1 Oct 2010 20,070 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

some under body corrosion but all appears sound

Pass 5 Oct 2009 18,356 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Oct 2009 18,356 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 15,900 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 15,900 miles

Front Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

battery tray underbody corroded

some under body corroision but appears sound

Pass 21 Sep 2007 14,046 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 13,117 miles

slight oil leak r/n/s hub(backplate)

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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HUI 449 is a 1978 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HUI 449, 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 HUI 449?

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What year was HUI 449 registered?

HUI 449 is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 8 November 1978.

Is HUI 449 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUI 449 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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