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PGR 222P

1976 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

61,005 mi
Last recorded61,005 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 1976 MG B GT51,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGR 222P
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 61,005 miles

All previous welding repairs covered in black substance

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside & nearside front (2.4.A.3)

rear both side wheel arches has slight rust patches

under body covered in black thick substance

Fail 18 Aug 2016 61,005 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both sides outer sills (2.4.A.3)

All previous welding repairs covered in black substance

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside & nearside front (2.4.A.3)

rear both side wheel arches has slight rust patches

under body covered in black thick substance

Pass 19 Aug 2015 59,678 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2014 59,385 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Jan 2014 59,385 miles

Front Upper Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2013 58,286 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Mar 2013 58,286 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2012 56,207 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

ns wiper poor

Fail 10 Jan 2012 56,207 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

ns wiper poor

Pass 19 Feb 2011 53,555 miles

difficult to assess vehicle due to underseal

Pass 12 Apr 2010 52,287 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 50,629 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 49,913 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

there is corrosion thoughout vehicle underside and a lot of welding has been done

Fail 14 Dec 2005 49,910 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

there is corrision thought out vehicle under side and much welding has been carryed out

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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PGR 222P is a 1976 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1976 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,848 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PGR 222P, 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 50 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 PGR 222P registered?

PGR 222P is a 1976 MG B GT, first registered on 2 April 1976.

Is PGR 222P safe to buy?

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