MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,970 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
various areas becoming corroded
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
various areas becoming corroded
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
How Reliable is the MG B GT?
Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.
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TSB 501T is a 1978 MG B GT in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 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 TSB 501T, 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.
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What year was TSB 501T registered?
TSB 501T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 27 September 1978.
Is TSB 501T safe to buy?
The MOT history for TSB 501T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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