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MGY 969L

1978 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

88,952 mi
Last recorded88,952 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGY 969L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 88,952 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 87,527 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 85,088 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 82,582 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 82,582 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 82,220 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 82,214 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 81,170 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 80,909 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 49,653 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 80,245 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 80,195 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 79,870 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 79,526 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 78,358 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 78,358 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

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

long travel on hand brake lever

off side front tyre worn on edge

Pass 15 Jun 2009 73,512 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 72,115 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 72,087 miles

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

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 71,861 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2007 71,803 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 69,794 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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MGY 969L is a 1978 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 MGY 969L, 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 MGY 969L registered?

MGY 969L is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 9 June 1978.

Is MGY 969L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGY 969L shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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