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WJM 222T

1978 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,280 mi
Last recorded96,280 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJM 222T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 96,280 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 96,280 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device missing split pin missing out of shocker lower nut (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg holed 30cm of seat belt mount (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Steering retaining device missing split pin missing out of track rod end nut (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Front suspension retaining device missing split pin missing out of lower suspension arm nut (2.5.A.4)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 96,160 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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WJM 222T is a 1978 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WJM 222T, 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 WJM 222T registered?

WJM 222T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 12 October 1978.

Is WJM 222T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJM 222T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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