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SBX 929S

1978 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,761 mi
Last recorded89,761 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBX 929S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2025 89,761 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 89,351 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 88,512 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 87,566 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 87,074 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 86,755 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 86,560 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 86,184 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 85,744 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 85,130 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 84,997 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 84,424 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 84,290 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 84,106 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 83,853 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 83,436 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 83,167 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 82,545 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 82,114 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 81,444 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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SBX 929S is a 1978 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 SBX 929S, 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 SBX 929S?

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What year was SBX 929S registered?

SBX 929S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is SBX 929S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBX 929S shows 20 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 SBX 929S have outstanding finance?

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