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MFV 156T

1978 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

46,160 mi
Last recorded46,160 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFV 156T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 46,160 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 45,787 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 45,787 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 17 Mar 2021 45,787 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 41,907 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 38,571 miles

very slight lift in near/side front trunion

Pass 29 May 2014 37,361 miles

slight lift in n/side kingpin

Pass 24 May 2013 35,657 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 33,809 miles

slight play in both kingpins

Pass 19 May 2011 32,048 miles

slight play in o/s wheel bearing and rack end

Pass 3 Jun 2010 30,768 miles

the front king pin's have slight play in them.

they is a il leak

Pass 26 May 2009 1,190 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 27,622 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 26,108 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 24,061 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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MFV 156T is a 1978 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 MFV 156T, 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 MFV 156T?

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What year was MFV 156T registered?

MFV 156T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 16 October 1978.

Is MFV 156T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFV 156T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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