MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
1,357 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
play in steering rack inner ball joints
slight play and lift in king pins
How Reliable is the MG B GT?
Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.
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VSD 859S is a 1978 MG B GT in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 VSD 859S, 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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How do I check the history of VSD 859S?
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What year was VSD 859S registered?
VSD 859S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 20 April 1978.
Is VSD 859S safe to buy?
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