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MIB 1819

1978 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,907 mi
Last recorded13,907 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2020
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIB 1819
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2020 13,907 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 13,642 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 13,301 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 12,950 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 12,956 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 12,415 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 11,748 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 11,036 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 11,034 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 7,063 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front suspension sits low

Pass 29 Sep 2011 5,114 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 2,618 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 2,544 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Dec 2007 98,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

centre exhaust bracket broken away from exhaust system,

corrosion to n/s floor support.

Pass 26 Jul 2006 98,127 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 98,119 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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MIB 1819 is a 1978 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 MIB 1819, 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 MIB 1819?

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What year was MIB 1819 registered?

MIB 1819 is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 31 March 1978.

Is MIB 1819 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIB 1819 shows 16 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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