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WJB 812T

1978 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,639 mi
Last recorded93,639 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2013
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJB 812T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2013 93,639 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

drivers seat adjuster rail slightly stiff

rear rebound straps deteriorated

slight corrosion on front lower panel by radiator

slight corrosion on pillars around door hinges

slight corrosion on rear upper chassis rails

Pass 23 Feb 2012 93,049 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 92,800 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 92,070 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 91,266 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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WJB 812T is a 1978 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WJB 812T, 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

How do I check the history of WJB 812T?

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What year was WJB 812T registered?

WJB 812T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is WJB 812T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJB 812T shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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