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SSX 262R

1976 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

82,393 mi
Last recorded82,393 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1976 MG B GT51,848 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSX 262R
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 82,393 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 81,885 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 81,724 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 81,722 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2015 81,557 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 81,380 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 81,378 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 18 May 2013 81,122 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 80,782 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 May 2011 80,597 miles

Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 May 2011 80,597 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 80,189 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 79,636 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 78,586 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 78,585 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 May 2007 78,188 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 78,188 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 May 2006 77,766 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 77,766 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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SSX 262R is a 1976 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 SSX 262R, 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 SSX 262R registered?

SSX 262R is a 1976 MG B GT, first registered on 1 September 1976.

Is SSX 262R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSX 262R shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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