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NHO 36T

1978 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

47,682 mi
Last recorded47,682 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHO 36T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 47,682 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 47,131 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 46,150 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 46,149 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 46,111 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 45,891 miles

engine mountings slightly split

Fail 19 Jun 2012 45,879 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine mountings slightly split

Pass 3 Jun 2011 45,834 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 44,770 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 44,758 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2009 43,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Pass 26 May 2009 43,870 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 42,800 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 42,493 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 42,459 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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NHO 36T is a 1978 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 NHO 36T, 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 NHO 36T?

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What year was NHO 36T registered?

NHO 36T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 10 November 1978.

Is NHO 36T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHO 36T shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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