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TMH 170S

1978 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,562 mi
Last recorded35,562 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMH 170S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 35,562 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 35,552 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2023 34,043 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 32,725 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 32,722 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 31,195 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 29,969 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 29,261 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 25,548 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 25,534 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 25,515 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 25,457 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 24,872 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 24,782 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 24,782 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 17,398 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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TMH 170S is a 1978 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 TMH 170S, 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

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What year was TMH 170S registered?

TMH 170S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 17 January 1978.

Is TMH 170S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMH 170S shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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