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ORU 965G

1978 MG B GT

Beige Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,123 mi
Last recorded56,123 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORU 965G
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2017 56,123 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 56,047 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 56,042 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 55,828 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 55,653 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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ORU 965G is a 1978 MG B GT in Beige with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ORU 965G, 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 ORU 965G?

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What year was ORU 965G registered?

ORU 965G is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is ORU 965G safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORU 965G shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ORU 965G have outstanding finance?

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