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WTF 158T

1978 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,136 mi
Last recorded95,136 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTF 158T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2021 95,136 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 94,230 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 93,121 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 92,287 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 91,323 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 90,468 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 89,102 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 87,516 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 84,192 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 80,056 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 76,530 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 73,443 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 71,138 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 69,512 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 66,100 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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WTF 158T is a 1978 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 WTF 158T, 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 WTF 158T?

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What year was WTF 158T registered?

WTF 158T is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 18 August 1978.

Is WTF 158T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTF 158T shows 15 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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