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VOX 736T

1978 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

58,255 mi
Last recorded58,255 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2010
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOX 736T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Nov 2010 58,255 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion nearside and offside floors and lower sill members outside of presribed areas

corrosion nearside front and offside front inner wheelarches outside of prescribed areas

exhaust system corroded

extensive welded repairs, some barely adequate

unable to check outer sills for corrosion due to stainless steel covers, advise removal of covers to assess extent of corrosion

Pass 1 Oct 2009 58,164 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 58,162 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 56,916 miles

rear chassis light rusting

Pass 19 Apr 2007 55,551 miles

general under body rusting

Pass 20 Apr 2006 53,893 miles

chassis and subframe rusty

nearside front shocker damp

Fail 18 Apr 2006 53,891 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Near side front shocker damp. Chassis in poor condition

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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VOX 736T is a 1978 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 VOX 736T, 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 VOX 736T registered?

VOX 736T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 22 August 1978.

Is VOX 736T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOX 736T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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