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TTH 161S

1978 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

11,900 mi
Last recorded11,900 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTH 161S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 11,900 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f slight lift in kingpin

o/s rear axle leaking oil

slight wear in both front wheel bearings

Fail 14 Aug 2017 11,855 miles

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

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

Fuel system component leaking at pump (7.2.3)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f slight lift in kingpin

o/s rear axle leaking oil

slight wear in both front wheel bearings

Pass 31 Aug 2016 11,130 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 9,825 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 8,993 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 7,643 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 6,384 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 4,865 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 3,238 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 1,729 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 746 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 99,710 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 98,095 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 98,095 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2005 96,538 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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TTH 161S is a 1978 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 TTH 161S, 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 TTH 161S registered?

TTH 161S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 3 March 1978.

Is TTH 161S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTH 161S shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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