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GBT 4S

1977 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

75,729 mi
Last recorded75,729 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B GT49,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBT 4S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 75,729 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 74,701 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 73,478 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 72,372 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 70,806 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 69,791 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 69,045 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 68,102 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 68,097 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 67,221 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 64,996 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 63,017 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 61,428 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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GBT 4S is a 1977 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 GBT 4S, 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 GBT 4S?

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What year was GBT 4S registered?

GBT 4S is a 1977 MG B GT, first registered on 22 September 1977.

Is GBT 4S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBT 4S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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