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DSX 154L

1977 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

3,554 mi
Last recorded3,554 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2012
Typical for 1977 MG B GT49,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSX 154L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2012 3,554 miles

center exhaust mounting starting to split

n/s wiper blade starting to split

rear number plate starting to peel off double sided tape

Pass 29 Apr 2011 3,317 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 3,317 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 3,301 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 3,301 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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DSX 154L is a 1977 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 49,378 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 DSX 154L, 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 49 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 DSX 154L?

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What year was DSX 154L registered?

DSX 154L is a 1977 MG B GT, first registered on 24 March 1977.

Is DSX 154L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSX 154L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DSX 154L have outstanding finance?

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