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MGB 8E

1970 MG Mgb GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

7,875 mi
Last recorded7,875 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb GT51,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 8E
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 7,875 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 6,279 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 5,212 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 4,045 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 2,831 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 1,228 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 17 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 60,323 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 59,503 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 59,225 miles

offside track rod end boot split

rear springs getting weak

some play in steering column top bush

Pass 8 May 2009 59,211 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rattling due to fan blade loose.

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 28 Apr 2009 59,195 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rattling due to fan blade loose.

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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MGB 8E is a 1970 MG Mgb GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 51,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGB 8E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgb GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MGB 8E registered?

MGB 8E is a 1970 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 19 May 1970.

Is MGB 8E safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGB 8E shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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