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LRN 632T

1978 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,258 mi
Last recorded9,258 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRN 632T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 9,258 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 4,446 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

hazard light switch removed

underseal and rubber sealer

Fail 8 Aug 2016 4,446 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

underseal and rubber sealer

Pass 17 Aug 2015 2,077 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight corrosion to inner sills / outer sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2014 99,352 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Nearside front tyre perishing.

Offside front and nearside front floor panel corroding.

Pass 27 Nov 2012 98,990 miles

Heavy Undersealed, Some evidence of welding.

Pass 26 Nov 2011 98,582 miles

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

vehicle has had numerous welding repairs and heavily undersealed

Fail 23 Nov 2011 98,576 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

vehicle has had numerous welding repairs and heavily undersealed

Fail 21 Oct 2011 98,571 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 98,532 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

outer sills corroded & weak

Pass 20 Aug 2008 98,262 miles

Oil leak

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

brake pipes covered in underseal,(unable to check properly)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 98,078 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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LRN 632T is a 1978 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LRN 632T, 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 LRN 632T registered?

LRN 632T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 24 August 1978.

Is LRN 632T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRN 632T shows 12 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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