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HVX 812T

1978 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,329 mi
Last recorded14,329 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVX 812T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 14,329 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2019 14,329 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 14,018 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 14,012 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 14,012 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 13,185 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 12,154 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 10,783 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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HVX 812T is a 1978 MG B GT in Red 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 HVX 812T, 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 HVX 812T?

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What year was HVX 812T registered?

HVX 812T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is HVX 812T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVX 812T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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