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WOB 769T

1978 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,966 mi
Last recorded61,966 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOB 769T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 61,966 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 61,960 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill patch not seam welded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill patch not seam welded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 28 May 2016 61,506 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2016 61,506 miles

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

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 28 May 2015 59,730 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 59,730 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 May 2014 58,674 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 56,096 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 55,969 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 55,687 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 53,787 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 51,573 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 49,155 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 44,160 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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WOB 769T is a 1978 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WOB 769T, 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 WOB 769T registered?

WOB 769T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 4 October 1978.

Is WOB 769T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOB 769T shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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